Safety Attendant (Behavioral Health)

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Safety Attendant to provide one-on-one observation of patients at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. You will report needs and concerns to a licensed nurse and ensure patient safety under facility policy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and certifications in de-escalation and MOAB within specified timelines. Hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• De-Escalation Techniques within 90 days of employment, required.
• MOAB Training within 90 days after De-Escalation Training, required.
• Knowledge of infection control, body substance precautions, and patient safety.
• Basic computer skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one observation of patients and report needs to the licensed nurse.

Skills

De-Escalation

MOAB Training

Infection control

Patient safety

Body mechanics

Age group care

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

What We Offer

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.

Schedule: 7:00am-7:00pm

Location: New Hanover Regional Medical Center

What We're Looking For

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience:
  • Previous hospital experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • De-Escalation Techniques (within 90 days of employment), required.
  • Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) Training (within 90 days after completion of De-Escalation Training), required.
• Additional Skills Required:
  • Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing as applicable. Is knowledgeable regarding guidelines for infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics. Maintains acceptable standards set by those guidelines.
  • Ability to work with all age group patients or act as a companion.
  • Basic computer skills for documentation.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.