Patient Safety Attendant - Day Shift

Sheltering Arms and VCU Health have come together to create Sheltering Arms Institute, a non-profit, state-of-the-science destination inpatient rehabilitation hospital and network of outpatient centers. The Institute blends advanced technology, research, and evidence-based clinical care to create an innovative, transdisciplinary model of rehabilitative care. Ranked among the nation's best rehabilitation hospitals and the top physical rehab provider in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report, our organizational values and approach to care facilitate superior patient outcomes and the realization of Sheltering Arms Institute’s vision to reinvent rehabilitation. To reach that goal, we need talented team members who will contribute to our culture and patient-centric model of care. Our culture statement acts as the blueprint for aligning our choices and actions with our mission and vision. Join us on our journey to reinvent rehabilitation for life beyond limits.

Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking a patient safety attendant to join our team. We have both day and night shifts available. The patient safety attendant participates in high-quality, patient-centered care by providing continuous observation and monitoring for high risk patients. In collaboration with the patient care team, ensures the patient environment is free obstacles and minimizes the risk of falls and harm to the patient. The patient safety attendant will also monitor the patient's physical and emotional well-being, reporting any changes in status promptly while maintaining direct line of sight on the patient at all times.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains a direct line of sight on patient at all times, including while family and/or visitors are in the room.
• Accompanies patient and ensures patient safety during transportation, testing, and procedures occurring away from the patient’s normal environment.
• Establishes a safe, risk-free patient environment by applying knowledge of fall prevention protocols, infection control measures, and self-harm prevention. Performs room assessment regularly and after any visitations.
• Monitors patient’s physical and emotional condition. Reports any changes in status promptly while maintaining direct line of sight on the patient.
• Intervenes as needed to prevent patient from harming self or others. Seeks immediate assistance for escalating incidents.
• Demonstrates knowledge and respect of patient’s right to privacy and protection of patient confidentiality.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• HCP CPR
• One year of previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Previous De-escalation Training preferred

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.