Patient Safety Assistant Float

Job Title: Patient Safety Assistant

This is a part-time position covering shifts in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, and Madras.

Job Description:

• The Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) provides constant observation and support to pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients requiring close monitoring due to medical, behavioral, or safety reasons.
• Under the direction of an RN, the PSA ensures patient safety and comfort while adhering to established protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Provides continuous monitoring by maintaining constant visual observation of assigned patients to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Remains alert to changes in patient behavior or condition and promptly reports any concerns to nursing staff or healthcare team.
• Conducts room checks to ensure potential harmful items are removed from patient rooms.
• Assists with activities of daily living, such as ambulation, toileting, and meal assistance, as needed.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required. Must be willing to take additional courses as required for the position.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification prior to completion of orientation.
• Code Gray or AVADE Training within 3 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Acute healthcare experience.
• Behavioral health experience.
• Long-term care experience.
• Licensed childcare experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Continually standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice, and ability to hear normal speech level.
• Frequently sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds.