Patient Safety Companion

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a part-time Patient Safety Companion for its Float team. The role includes continuous observation of patients, either in person or through remote monitoring, to promote safety and intervene when necessary.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and experience in healthcare. The position involves ensuring patient safety and maintaining detailed documentation in electronic health records.

Shifts are during the day, and the position is onsite in Akron, Ohio.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology preferred.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience working in an electronic medical record (e.g., EPIC) or similar software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous, one-on-one observation of assigned patients to ensure safety.
• Utilize approved verbal de-escalation techniques to reduce agitation.
• Accurately document patient observations in the electronic health record.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience in healthcare

Experience with electronic medical records

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Patient Safety Companion Float team

Part Time 24 Hours/week

Day Shift 7a-730p

Onsite

Summary

The Patient Safety Companion provides continuous observation of assigned patients to promote a safe environment and help prevent. The role may be assigned to provide in person 1:1 observation and/or virtual (remote) observation using a telemonitoring system. In the virtual setting, the companion provides real-time observation of multiple patients, uses two-way audio to verbally redirect as appropriate, and promptly alerts bedside clinical staff when immediate intervention is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous, one-on-one observation of assigned patients to ensure safety and prevent harm. In the virtual environment, provide continuous remote observation of patients from a centralized monitoring location using a telemonitoring system.
• Maintain constant alertness and a calm, professional presence while remaining within required line-of-sight of the patient. In the virtual environment, use two-way audio to verbally redirect patients away from unsafe behaviors as the first response when appropriate.
• Utilize approved, evidence-based verbal de-escalation techniques to reduce agitation or unsafe behaviors.
• Promptly communicate and elevate any changes in patient condition, behavior, or safety concerns to licensed nursing staff.
• Maintain a safe patient environment by proactively identifying safety risks and communicating or addressing hazards in accordance with assigned observation responsibilities.
• Accurately document patient observations, behaviors, and interventions in the electronic health record (e.g., EPIC) in a timely manner.
• Prioritize and complete assigned tasks efficiently while supporting unit workflow and patient needs.
• Follow all organizational policies, safety protocols and procedures related to patient observation and safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology preferred.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience working in an electronic medical record (e.g., EPIC) or similar software is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Years of relevant experience: Minimum one (1) year of experience is preferred.
• Years of supervisory experience: None.

Part Time

FTE: 0.600000

Status: Onsite