Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) - Resource Team Full Time/Days

Downtown Evansville Inc; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to fitness centers

Payactiv-Earned wage benefit

Competitive pay with shift and weekend incentives

Job summary

Downtown Evansville Inc is seeking a full-time Patient Safety Attendant to supervise critical care patients in Evansville, Indiana. This role involves providing continuous observation for high-risk patients, reporting any changes in condition, and assisting with personal hygiene care as directed by nursing staff. Candidates should complete their high school education (or GED) and obtain Basic Life Support certification within six months of hire. The position offers a flexible work schedule across various units within the health system.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification required within six months of hire.
• Must successfully complete 3.5 days of paid training.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of critical care patients.
• Ensure and promote patient safety through continuous observation.
• Report changes in patient condition to nursing staff.

Skills

Patient safety observation

Communication with nursing staff

Education

Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) - Resource Team Full Time/Days

We pride ourselves on retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success.

• Free access to fitness centers, where health coaches are available to help with workout plans
• Payactiv-Earned wage benefit- Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Competitive pay with shift and weekend incentives

Job Overview

Patient Safety Attendantsprovide supervision of critical care patients as delegated by a registered nurse and in cooperation with other team members. Duties performed by Patient Safety Attendants include ensuring and promoting patient safety by providing continuous observation of those patients who are considered “High Risk” of falling, injuring themselves, etc.Reports any changes in patient condition, episodes of wandering or attempted elopement, escalating behavior, pain or discomfort to nursing staff. May also assist with personal hygiene care as directed by the RN.

Unit Description

TheResource Teamis a great choice for those who desire flexibility and variety in their work schedule. Daily assignments to the different units are made based on competency, skill and experience. Resource Team members have the opportunity to provide direct patient care in a variety of settings across Deaconess Health System.

Required: Certifications/Licenses/Education

• Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider, within six months of hire.
• Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) preferred
• Required to successfully complete: 3.5 days of paid training - Classes are held Mon-Fri from 8am-4:30pm

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