Safety Partner-Part Time

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital seeks a part-time Safety Partner to support patient safety in the Emergency Department. The role involves monitoring at-risk patients and ensuring a safe environment, with competitive benefits and a strong team-oriented culture. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and BLS certification, with experience in healthcare preferred.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

401k/403B Plans

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Experience working in healthcare preferred.
• Enrollment in a Health Sciences Program is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and sit with patients at risk of safety issues.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Assistance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Emergency Department is hiring a part-time, second/evening shift, Safety Partner.

Department Overview: The Norfolk General Hospital's Emergency Department is a 53-bed unit. OurTrauma One Facility is equipped to handle a variety of medical emergencies, and approximately 10% are Trauma related.

Facility Highlights: Click here to learn more about Sentara Norfolk General Hospital!

Position Overview: As aSafety Partner with Sentara, you will assist with keeping patients and the hospital a safe environment. The primary duties of this position include sitting with patients at risk of suicide, falls, wandering, self-harm, or other risk behaviors enabling patients to maintain function during their hospital stay. You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to provide the best care for our patients.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred:

• Prior Healthcare Experience or Enrollment in a Health Sciences Program

Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks, and more.

Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.

Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!

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