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Job description
Newport News, Virginia
Hiring Range
$17.00 - $28.00/HourlyActual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs.
Overview
The Patient Safety Aide reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the direct supervision of the RN taking care of the assigned patient. The job duties include providing safety of this patient at all times by observing patient activities and reporting unsafe behaviors.
What you will do
Sits in the assigned patient's room, to observe the patient to ensure the patient causes no harm to themselves, or others. Specifically ensures the patient does not attempt suicide, fall, injure self, remove IVs, dressing, etc. or leaves the hospital against medical advice.
Promotes team work by working effectively as a team member as well as independently. Seeks assistance as needed. Consistently keeps team informed of changes as they arise, working closely with all team members to provide quality care and customer service.
Provides exceptional customer service to all patients/customers.
Qualifications
Education Program Graduate, Nurse Aide Program (Preferred)
Experience Less than 1 year Experience with patients in acute care or nursing home (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)
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Worksite address
newport news, VA, 23600, US
Who can apply
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