Safety Aide (As Needed) - DAY SHIFT

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth, Dawson Supplemental Staff, is seeking a Safety Aide to support at-risk patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will help with hygiene, comfort, and safety, monitor for potential hazards, and document observations in the patient record.

The role emphasizes infection control, de-escalation, and compassionate communication. You will participate in safety rounds, report concerns to the RN, and assist in emergencies, while maintaining professionalism and a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to document accurately and maintain patient records

Responsibilities

• Perform patient/environment safety checks and document findings.
• Assist with hygiene, comfort, and safety needs under RN direction.
• Maintain infection control procedures and PPE usage.
• Escort patient to procedures and apply de-escalation techniques as needed.
• Communicate observations to RN and ensure timely updates to patient records.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Judgment

De-escalation

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Job description

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Job Description Summary

The Safety Aide position works under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This position is to ensure consistent and appropriate oversight of a patient who is at risk of intentionally hurting themselves or others. The Safety Aide provides hygiene, comfort, and safety needs to an assigned patient of any age.

Responsibilities And Duties

50%

Patient /Environmental Safety/Observation of Environment for Potential Hazards and Initiates Safety Measures; Conducts and documents regular patient safety checks; reports concerns and significant changes to RN. Maintains safe and hygienic environment, identifying and reporting safety hazards, keeps hazardous material in proper and safe place. Follows infection control procedures and standard precautions in providing patient care. Wear protective personal equipment PP e as appropriate Accompany patient to procedures, under the direction of the RN. Establishes caring and supportive relationship with patient and family. Notify RN immediately if unable to manage patient or environment Helps patient use problem-solving and coping skills appropriately. Serves as a role model for healthy behaviors and effective communication skills. Documents observations and patient data in accordance with hospital policy. Maintains current documentation in patient medical record.

25%

Patient Care-Assists in Performing Hygiene, Comfort, and Safety Needs of Patients under Direction of, and as Assigned by RN. Keep patient as the central focus.

20%

Communication Gather data and report to RN. Interact with the patient as appropriate and use reorientation techniques and utilize learned de-escalation techniques Obtain report from RN prior to beginning of shift Give a verbal report to RN prior to leaving the unit/shift.

5%

Performs Adequately in Emergency Situations. Maintains composure Notifies the appropriate persons, according to policies Initiates appropriate emergency measures.

Minimum Qualifications

High School or GED (Required)BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Additional Job Description

BLS to be completed in orientation Customer Service Skills Effective communication skills Critical thinking skills High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Emotionally mature, uses sound judgment; Ability to make decisions calmly and quickly. Agility to intervene with aggressive patients. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products

Work Shift

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours

As Needed

Department

Dawson Supplemental Staff

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment