Patient Safety Navigator – Weekend Rotations

Beth-Israel-Lahey-Health; Jabez Corner (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective bargaining agreement

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a patient care support role focused on direct observation, safety, and responsive patient assistance. You will participate in rounds, ensure environmental safety, and communicate changes to the RN while maintaining high-quality care standards.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, BLS certification within 3 months, and de-escalation training completion during orientation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Health Sciences track preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Hospital-deemed de-escalation training to be completed during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient observation at arm's length and monitors safety.
• Participates in patient rounding as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Ensures environmental safety for patients on the unit.
• Answers call lights and relays issues to the Registered Nurse.
• Restocks department supplies and stations with needed items.
• Transports patients within the department and to in-hospital locations as needed.
• Cleans and maintains patient care equipment following procedures.
• Completes patient safety sitter competency and required documentation.
• Communicates changes in patient behavior to the Registered Nurse.
• Supports unit quality improvement studies and activities.
• Respects cultural beliefs; uses interpreters for Limited English Proficiency patients.

Education

High School diploma/GED/or enrolled and near completion of High School Health Sciences program

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a patient care support role focused on direct observation, safety, and responsive patient assistance. You will participate in rounds, ensure environmental safety, and communicate changes to the RN while maintaining high-quality care standards.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, BLS certification within 3 months, and de-escalation training completion during orientation.