Patient Safety Assistant

J  o  b    D  e  s  c  r  i  p  t  i  o  n

          Joy                         Care                      Competence                    Respect

Position Summary

Ensures the safety of patient(s) assigned through continuous observation. Communicates observations to the licensed professional. Promotes the safety and well-being of patients.

High School Diploma or GED - Preferred

Healthcare Experience - Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.

Strong verbal communication and listening skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Effective conflict management skills

Friendly and service-oriented

Performs work independently with minimal supervision

Provides a safe environment for patients, visitors, and other colleagues, by keeping the patient care area clean and neat, using universal precautions, observing isolation precautions, and implementing other actions appropriate to a given situation.

Conscientiously observes assigned patient to ensure safety of patient.

Carries out patient care activities in a kind and considerate manner, which promotes patient comfort.

Informs licensed professional immediately of any changes in patient condition, patient responses to care or patient endangerment throughout shift.

Possess the information, skill, and understanding of the work to be performed.  Actively participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains certifications, licensure as appropriate.

Abides by all safety requirements including demonstrating proper hand hygiene and wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), if applicable. 

Complies with all standards, policies and procedures including dress code, attendance and punctuality.  Attends required in-services and meetings and completes all mandatory competencies by deadline. Commits to keeping all patient, student or colleague information confidential and maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with team members. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Patient Care Support

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

50 lbs.

Carrying

X

50 lbs.

Pushing

X

50 lbs.

Pulling

X

50 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Use of Hands/Dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Extreme Cold

X

Extreme Heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Positions in this category may experience a

temperature change in his/her work environment.

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Other