About this opportunity

Bay Area Hospital lists this Patient Safety Assistant - FT Days opportunity in coos bay, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Time Type:

Full time

Hours per Pay Period:

72

Shift:

Day Shift 12-36

Minimum:

$16.00 USD

Maximum:

$23.48 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)

Department:

Patient Safety Assistants

Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site.

The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Job Description:

Patient Safety Assistant

The Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) provides continuous observation of patients who require close monitoring due to medical, behavioral, or safety concerns. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), the PSA promotes a safe environment by maintaining constant observation, identifying and communicating changes in patient behavior or condition, and supporting established safety interventions. The PSA helps ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and staff while adhering to Bay Area Hospital's mission, vision, values, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program.

Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) provides continuous observation of patients who require close monitoring due to medical, behavioral, or safety concerns. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), the PSA promotes a safe environment by maintaining constant observation, identifying and communicating changes in patient behavior or condition, and supporting established safety interventions. The PSA helps ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and staff while adhering to Bay Area Hospital's mission, vision, values, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides continuous, uninterrupted observation of assigned patients requiring close monitoring

Maintains a safe environment by conducting room safety checks, identifying potential hazards, and promptly notifying the RN of safety concerns or changes in the patient's behavior, condition, or activity

Remains alert and attentive at all times, intervening only within the scope of the role to support patient safety and immediately notifying the RN of any concerns or unsafe behaviors

Implements established patient safety interventions and follows individualized safety plans as directed by the RN

Accurately documents required patient observations, interventions, patient responses and other assigned activities in accordance with hospital policy and established procedures

Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families, guests and other members of the care team to promote a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment

Demonstrates professionalism by protecting patient privacy and confidentiality and respecting the rights, dignity, and individual needs of patients and families

Provides a calm, supportive, and therapeutic presence while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries

Participates in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment

Performs other duties within the scope of the PSA role as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains regular, reliable, and punctual attendance

Strong observation skills and attention to detail

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or rapidly changing situations

Ability to stand or sit for extended periods

Follows verbal and written instructions, hospital policies, procedures and established safety protocols

Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), if indicated

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Organization approved workplace violence training required or obtained by the last day of the month after 90 day grace period.

EXPERIENCE Healthcare experience preferred

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: UFCW

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently

May be required to lift up to50 pounds

Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids

Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone

Requires frequent use of computer and/or phone and requires manual dexterity

Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations

Ability to maintain continuous visual observation of patients for extended periods

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program.

Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) provides continuous observation of patients who require close monitoring due to medical, behavioral, or safety concerns. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), the PSA promotes a safe environment by maintaining constant observation, identifying and communicating changes in patient behavior or condition, and supporting established safety interventions. The PSA helps ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and staff while adhering to Bay Area Hospital's mission, vision, values, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides continuous, uninterrupted observation of assigned patients requiring close monitoring