Patient Safety Attendant: Continuous Observation & Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Part-time Patient Safety Attendant to provide continuous observation and maintain a safe environment for assigned patients under the direction of an RN.

You will follow infection control protocols and report changes in patient condition to the nurse, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times. Responsibilities include 24/7 vigilance, adherence to hospital policies, and assisting with non-clinical tasks to reduce anxiety.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role in a healthcare setting required.

Responsibilities

• Observes and monitors assigned patients to ensure safety, following hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Complies with patient confidentiality standards and adheres to hospital policies regarding privacy and security.
• Follows infection control precautions, including proper hand hygiene and correct use of PPE, in compliance with facility guidelines.
• Ensures patient environment remains clean and safe, handling bio-hazardous waste and chemicals according to facility policies.
• Protects patient privacy, dignity, and respect during all interactions and care activities.
• Reports safety hazards, unusual behaviors, or changes in patient condition to the RN or appropriate personnel immediately.
• Follows facility safety policies, procedures, and service excellence standards.
• Completes delegated duties accurately and in a timely manner as directed by the RN.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.]
• Licenses and Certifications
• BCLS - Basic Life Support completed within 14 days of hire required

Skills

Observation skills

Verbal communication

HIPAA awareness

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

BCLS - Basic Life Support

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Part-time Patient Safety Attendant to provide continuous observation and maintain a safe environment for assigned patients under the direction of an RN.

You will follow infection control protocols and report changes in patient condition to the nurse, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times. Responsibilities include 24/7 vigilance, adherence to hospital policies, and assisting with non-clinical tasks to reduce anxiety.