What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Safety Assistant position at CoxHealth?
Summary
About Us
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
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Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times
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Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024.
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Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
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Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
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Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
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Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
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Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.
Benefits
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Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
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For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Overview of Unit/Department
Enjoy outstanding benefits working in our recently updated Emergency Department, all while providing the best nursing care around. Our team provides all the training you need to excel.
Our ED is located on the North side of Springfield. We treat patients across the entire age span and a wide range of complaints. Our target for nurse-to-patient ratio is 3:1 as we work very closely, and collaboratively with our physician group. We have a dedicated ED education team, made up of ED nurses, to help hone your skills to a fine point. If you are looking for fantastic teamwork in a setting where you will be supported and can thrive, this is the place for you.
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Job Summary
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The Patient Safety Assistant is effectively involved with maintaining the safety for assigned patients through continuous observation and surveillance. Communicates with the Registered Nurse and patient care team to ensure a safe environment for psychiatric and/or medical patients requiring constant observation. Completes duties as assigned under the direct supervision of the RN.
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Job Requirements
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Education
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Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent
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Experience
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Preferred: Previous patient sitter experience
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Skills
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Must be 18 years of age or older
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Able to communicate and work with a wide variety of staff, patients and families
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Basic computer skills
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Ability to problem solve
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Flexibility and ability to remain alert to safety issues
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Licensure/Certification/Registration
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N/A
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