Remote Patient Safety Specialist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Barbourville (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Kentucky seeks a patient care assistant to monitor assigned patients, observe status, intervene when appropriate, and escalate to nursing staff as needed.

You will communicate changes, participate in shift handoffs and team meetings, and maintain patient dignity and confidentiality. Education required: High School Diploma or GED; up to 1 year of experience preferred; training on SBAR and basic digital literacy provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Up to 1 year of work experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes effective communication and active listening, exhibiting a compassionate and empathetic attitude.
• Functions as a positive influence, role model and adheres to professional code of conduct.
• Respects dignity and confidentiality of all matters relating to patient.

Skills

SBAR communication

Active listening

Compassionate care

Confidentiality

Digital literacy

Medical terminology

Customer service

Ethics & privacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Kentucky seeks a patient care assistant to monitor assigned patients, observe status, intervene when appropriate, and escalate to nursing staff as needed.

You will communicate changes, participate in shift handoffs and team meetings, and maintain patient dignity and confidentiality. Education required: High School Diploma or GED; up to 1 year of experience preferred; training on SBAR and basic digital literacy provided.