What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Safety Attendant - PRN - Mixed Shifts position at Saint Alphonsus Health System?
Position Purpose:
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Ontario, OR is hiring Patient Safety Attendants for our Emergency Department. Patient Safety Attendants support a safe environment for patients by providing continuous observation and surveillance in various departments.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
Previous experience in a hospital or a college student in a medical discipline is helpful.
Basic Life Support for HealthCare Provider (BLS/HCP) certification from either AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network preferred but not required.
What You Will Do:
Maintain visual observation of assigned patient(s) at all times, and verbally redirect the patient in person or over a 2-way audio device as appropriate.
Provide a first line of action by verbally redirecting patients from engaging in at-risk behaviors and notifying staff of patient's needs and/or alert them in the case of an emergency.
Document observations on the observation flow sheet every 15-30 minutes and participate in the handoff of pertinent information to fellow staff members.
Assist licensed nursing staff with care and seek assistance or advice when a patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others.
Highlights and Benefits:
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
Visit https://www.saintalphonsus.org/careers/ to learn more!
Ministry/Facility Information:
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
