Safety Advocate

Marshall Medical Center; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Marshall Medical Center in Placerville, CA seeks a dedicated Safety Advocate to work under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You will observe and assist patients at risk of self-harm or harming others, provide personal care, psychosocial support, and safety interventions with compassion.

You will communicate clearly with patients, families and clinical staff, maintain patient safety through vigilant observation, apply de-escalation techniques, and use PPE as required to support a calm,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of suicide precautions and de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients at risk to harm themselves or others per RN direction.
• Provide personal care, psychosocial and safety support.
• Maintain patient safety through continuous observation and communication.
• Deliver excellent customer service to patients, families, and clinical staff.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Observation skills

PPE usage

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Department:Safety and SecurityShift:Variable (United States of America)Employee Type:Regular - Per DiemPer Diem Type (if applicable):Non-RN Per Diem 1Minimum Pay Range:$21.00 - $24.15Job Description:POSITION SUMMARYUnder the direction of a Registered Nurse, The Safety Advocate functions in an observational/assisting capacity for patients who are at risk to cause injury to themselves or others. Provides services to meet the personal care, assistive, psychosocial and safety needs of assigned patients. Engages fully with each patient, providing a significant level of care, compassion and interaction, continually observing and maintaining patient safety. This position provides superior customer service through effective communication between patients, family members and clinical staff to improve and enhance customer relations.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSEducation/Licensure/Certification:High School Diploma or equivalent required.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.Knowledge:Suicide Precautions training completed within the orientation period.Knowledge of de-escalation techniques.Skills:Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and effectively greet and relate to patients, physicians and staff.Effective observation skills.Ability to deal well with pressure and complaints.Able to maintain professional demeanor in a high stress environment.Ability to present oneself in a professional manner through appearance and conduct.Ability to utilize PPE and equipment, e.g. patient bed, gurneys, etc.Computer skills/familiarity.