Safety Attendant

UVA Community Health; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

UVA Community Health in Manassas is seeking a Safety Attendant to provide one-on-one observation of patients, ensuring safety and adherence to care standards. Ideal candidates will hold a High School Diploma and possess excellent communication and observational skills.

This role will assist in patient care, document vital signs, and foster positive relationships in the healthcare team. Previous hospital experience is preferred but not mandatory.

The position includes medium to heavy physical demands and may require working with elderly patients.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Ability to complete skills validation and competency testing.
• Maintains acceptable standards for patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provides one-on-one patient observation to identify hazardous behaviors.
• Assists in patient care under supervision of nurse/physician.
• Documents vital signs and maintains team relationships.

Skills

Knowledge of infection control

Ability to assist elderly patients

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Code: NU1033
Part Time and Full Time Positions; Nightshift: 7p-7a

About Us
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

Safety Attendant

Job Type
Classification: Nonexempt
Supervises Positions: No

Job Summary

The Safety Attendant provides one-on-one observation of selected patients for the purpose of identifying behaviors which are potentially hazardous to self or others in accordance with facility policies and procedures; reports needs and concerns to licensed nurse.

Patient Care

• Assists/provides patient care throughout the entire patient experience under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse.
• Assists in room turnaround, including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, and environment.
• Organizes supplies and equipment as needed.

Communication

• Obtains and documents vital signs as prescribed.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members.
• Resolves conflicts independently as appropriate.

Nursing Expertise

• Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques.
• Administers medication as prescribed by the physician appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Adheres to safety measures.

Additional duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Previous hospital experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
• Licensure: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Knowledge of guidelines for infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics. Maintains acceptable standards set by those guidelines. Completes a de-escalation class within 90 days of hire.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Ability to work with elderly patients or act as a companion.

Physical Demands

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires standing and walking constantly and frequently bending/stooping, frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

Other: This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.