Regional Float Pool Patient Safety Attendant PRN

Intermountain Healthcare; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Patient Safety Attendant, where your role is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of high-risk patients. This position involves continuous monitoring and observation, working closely with a dedicated care team to create a secure environment. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care while working flexible shifts across multiple facilities in the Denver metro area. If you're passionate about patient safety and enjoy a dynamic work environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job training

Qualifications

• Must have BLS certification within 60 days of hire.
• Experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous observation and monitoring for high-risk patients.
• Ensure a safe environment to minimize risks of self-harm.

Skills

Patient Observation

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

**Job Description:**

The Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) participates in high-quality, patient-centered care by providing continuous observation and monitoring for high-risk patients. In collaboration with the patient care team, the PSA ensures the patient environment is free of obstacles and minimizes the risk of falls and accidental or intentional self-harm. The PSA may also assist with basic activities of daily living.

**Shift and Work Details:**

Night shift: 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. or Day shift: 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. You will be required to work rotating holidays and weekends based on departmental needs. This is an on-call as needed position.

**Work Locations:**

This position will float to all four (4) hospitals in the Denver metro area:

• Good Samaritan Medical Center – Lafayette
• Lutheran Medical Center – Wheat Ridge
• Platte Valley Medical Center – Brighton
• Saint Joseph Hospital - Denver

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**

1. Maintain constant attendance by remaining within the continuous line of sight of the patient at all times, including when the patient is using bathroom facilities, and contact nursing caregivers if concerns arise.
2. For patients with suicidal ideation:

• Remain with the patient even if family or visitors are present, ensuring a continuous line of sight.
• Provide constant one-on-one visual observation, positioned for immediate intervention to prevent harm.

Ensure the environment has limited risk factors: gowns with no strings, secure valuables, remove electrical cords.

**Minimum Requirements:**

• High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) certification upon hire or within 60 days with prior approval.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• 1+ years in a hospital setting.
• Workplace Violence Prevention Training.

**Physical Requirements:**

Location: Peaks Regional Office

Work City: Broomfield

Work State: Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

The hourly rate ranges from $18.81 to $22.88, depending on experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being—mind, body, and spirit. Learn more at https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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