Patient Safety Attendant - 24/7 Observation & Care

Mission Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, seeks a Patient Safety Attendant to provide continuous observation and monitoring for high-risk patients. The PSA collaborates with the care team to keep the patient environment safe and free of obstacles, aiming to minimize falls and self-harm risks while assisting with basic activities of daily living where appropriate.

The role requires BLS certification; nonviolent crisis intervention training must be completed within 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to observe patients continuously and ensure safety.
• Experience in healthcare settings is preferred.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training must be completed within 90 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Watch patients with continuous focus to ensure safety and well-being.
• Identify risks such as falls or self-harm and alert care team.
• Document patient activity and changes accurately.
• Safeguard patient privacy and confidential information.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to promote compassion and teamwork.

Skills

Observation

Patient safety

Teamwork

Job description

Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, seeks a Patient Safety Attendant to provide continuous observation and monitoring for high-risk patients. The PSA collaborates with the care team to keep the patient environment safe and free of obstacles, aiming to minimize falls and self-harm risks while assisting with basic activities of daily living where appropriate.

The role requires BLS certification; nonviolent crisis intervention training must be completed within 90 days of employment.