Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) - PRN - Days (7a-7:30p)

Mary Washington Healthcare; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated is seeking a companion/care assistant to support hospitalized patients under RN direction. The role focuses on patient safety, regular observation, and fostering positive relationships with patients, families, and staff.

The position involves assisting with hygiene, linen changes, meals, and transportation to procedures, while documenting care in the EMR and ensuring continuous supervision by a registered nurse or designee.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to read, write and understand written orders.
• Ability to write reports in English.
• BLS CPR certification required at hire.
• CPI training within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe the patient's activity to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
• Communicate with the RN and report changes in patient condition or observations.
• Obtain vital signs and communicate findings to RN.
• Assist patients with hygiene needs and linen changes as appropriate.
• Assist the RN/CNA with repositioning and nourishment reporting.
• Maintain a safe and orderly patient environment.
• Accompany patients to procedures and tests and observe them during procedures.
• Document duties performed in the EMR and ensure patient safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

High School diploma

English literacy

BLS CPR

CPI within 90 days

Orders comprehension

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the RN this position will perform companionship duties for hospitalized patients to ensure patient safety. This position is responsible for staying with a patient for the duration of their assignment. The position will promote positive relationships with patient/family and hospital staff.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Continuously observe the patient's activity and behavior to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
• Communicate on a regular basis with the RN and report changes in patient condition, problems, concerns and/or visual observations. This includes patient behaviors that could result in harm to self or others.
• Obtain vital signs and communicate findings to RN, as requested.
• Assist patients with hygiene needs as appropriate.
• Assist the RN/CNA with linen changes and repositioning the patient.
• Support the RN with the accurate measurement and reporting of intake.
• Assist the patient with nourishment/meals.
• Maintain patient environment in a safe and orderly manner.
• Accompany patients to medical procedures and tests. Maintain observation of the patient during the procedures and tests.
• Ensure coverage by the RN or designee prior to leaving patient unattended.
• Document duties performed in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to speak, read, and understand written orders
• Ability to write reports in English.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• CPI within 90 days

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required

Physical Requirements:

Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, and sitting; occasional (0-33% of workday) bending, stooping, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination.

Mental Requirements:

Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards:

Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

"It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."

Compensation Pay Range:

$17.00 - $17.00