Patient Safety & Care Associate (Evening Shift)

Health Partners Plans; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health Northeast is seeking a Safety Associate to provide safety, companionship, and supportive care for patients needing additional monitoring under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes patient safety, dignity, and teamwork within a hospital setting in the Philadelphia area.

The candidate will perform one-to-one safety observations, assist with designated care activities, and communicate across the care team to ensure high-quality patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient rights and responsibilities of patients and caregivers.
• Ability to document health histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses and plans.
• Understanding of patient safety risks and steps to reduce them.
• Knowledge of Life Support processes (BLS) and rapid response basics.

Responsibilities

• Provides one-to-one direct observation for safety of assigned patient.
• Interacts with patients, families and staff to support safe, compassionate care.
• Communicates with interprofessional team and documents observations.
• Reports changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate staff.
• Completes required reports and documentation.
• Observes age-appropriate care for pediatric through frail elderly populations.

Skills

Interpersonal relationships

Patient rights

Health information documentation

Patient safety

Life support

Attention to detail

BLS

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Jefferson Health Northeast is seeking a Safety Associate to provide safety, companionship, and supportive care for patients needing additional monitoring under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes patient safety, dignity, and teamwork within a hospital setting in the Philadelphia area.

The candidate will perform one-to-one safety observations, assist with designated care activities, and communicate across the care team to ensure high-quality patient experiences.