Patient Safety Champion - Day Shift, Full-Time

JPS Health Network; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Health Network in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Patient Safety Assistant to support the House Operations unit during the day shift. This role focuses on creating a safe environment for patients at risk by monitoring behavior, reporting concerns to the nurse, and assisting with daily living activities.

The PSA must follow hospital policies and Joint Commission standards, document observations, and be prepared for duties beyond a defined list.

Qualifications

• Current JPS recognized Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Completion of Therapeutic Options within 90 days of hire if working in Behavioral Health or Emergency Department.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observes and monitors patients identified to be at risk for self-injury, fall, and/or otherwise behaviorally impaired.
• Notifies the patient’s nurse when patient displays actions or behaviors suggesting the patient will cause harm to themselves or others or when the patient is unable to utilize the call light and is requesting assistance.
• Attends to patients activities of daily living and will obtain and report vital signs and intake and output to the primary nurse.
• Documents patient behavior according to District policy 910-032 during their assigned shift using all required forms or reporting systems as appropriate.
• Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

JPS Health Network in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Patient Safety Assistant to support the House Operations unit during the day shift. This role focuses on creating a safe environment for patients at risk by monitoring behavior, reporting concerns to the nurse, and assisting with daily living activities.

The PSA must follow hospital policies and Joint Commission standards, document observations, and be prepared for duties beyond a defined list.