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Patient Safety Attendant PRN Evenings

Newport Medical Center -
Newport, TN

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Job Details

Part-time

Qualifications

Patient condition reporting
Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Biological safety protocols
Behavioral observation
Biomedical waste
Chemical handling safety procedures
Hand hygiene
HIPAA compliance
Patient monitoring
Safety regulations
Chemical handling
HIPAA
Patient safety measures implementation
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Emotional support for patients
Cleaning
Safety equipment
Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise
Patient interaction
Biohazard disposal procedures
Clinical confidentiality policies
Safety standard operating procedures
Communication skills
Entry level
Under 1 year
Medical waste disposal

Full Job Description

Job Summary

The Patient Safety Attendant is responsible for providing continuous observation and maintaining a safe environment for assigned patients under the direction of a registered nurse (RN). Plays a critical part in ensuring patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining patient privacy and dignity, and promptly reporting any changes in patient behavior or condition. Communicates effectively with the RN and other healthcare team members to support high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions

Observes and monitors assigned patients to ensure safety, following hospital policies and procedures.
Maintains continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
Complies with patient confidentiality standards and adheres to hospital policies regarding privacy and security.
Follows infection control precautions, including proper hand hygiene and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), in compliance with facility guidelines.
Ensures patient environment remains clean and safe, handling bio-hazardous waste and chemicals according to facility policies.
Protects patient privacy, dignity, and respect during all interactions and care activities.
Assists with non-clinical tasks such as repositioning, reorienting, and engaging patients in appropriate activities to reduce anxiety and restlessness.
Reports safety hazards, unusual behaviors, or changes in patient condition to the RN or appropriate personnel immediately.
Follows facility safety policies, procedures, and service excellence standards.
Completes delegated duties accurately and in a timely manner as directed by the RN.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to maintain continuous patient observation and respond to safety concerns appropriately.
Strong verbal communication skills to interact with patients, nurses, and the healthcare team.
Knowledge of hospital safety protocols, infection control, and patient confidentiality regulations (HIPAA).
Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress or emergency situations.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize changes in patient behavior or condition.
Professionalism and compassion in all patient interactions.

Licenses and Certifications

BCLS - Basic Life Support completed within 14 days of hire required

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