Clinical Patient Safety Attendant

Brief DescriptionThis is evening shift: 3:00pm-11:30pm.This position is required to float between Chaska and WaconiaPurpose of Job This position is responsible for continuous monitoring of the patient at the bedside to assure patient safety when the patient is a suicide risk or is at risk of harming themselves by pulling lines, falling, wandering, and other behaviors.Job FunctionsRemains at patient's bedside giving continuous observation and intervention under the direction of the RN. Provides cares/interventions such as verbal redirection and orientation; hand holding; diversion activities such as imagery, storytelling, reading, game playing, towel folding, etc.; feeding and fluids; assisting to toilet, ambulate, and reposition; assisting patient to not pull on tubes, lines, etc. Documents patient behaviors, cares, interventions, and patient response. Performs other duties as assigned. Accompanies patient and ensures patient safety during transportation, testing, and procedures occurring away from the patient’s normal environment. Performs room assessment regularly and after any visitationsMinimum Education/WorkHigh school diploma or equivalentPreferred QualificationsDirect patient care experienceNursing Assistant Certification Or EMT certificationKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAbility to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions. Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above. Ability to accurately report to nurse any observed changes in the patient’s behavior and/or conditionAbility to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populationsLicense/Certifications BLS certification within 60 days of employmentPhysical Demands Link to Employee Health Physical DemandsCompensationMany factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.BenefitsRidgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families.Click here to view the benefits available.