Patient Safety Assistant- 24 hours weekly/Nights Battle Creek
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Patient Safety Assistant - 24 hours weekly/Nights Battle CreekLocationBBC Bronson Battle CreekTitlePatient Safety Assistant - 24 hours weekly/Nights Battle CreekUnder the direct supervision of the manager, the Patient Safety Assistant is responsible for the promotion of patient safety and companionship for an assigned patient. Responsibilities include observation and reporting patient activities and behaviors and appropriate response intervention to assure patient safety. The Patient Safety Assistant will demonstrate appropriate communication skills with patient/patient family and other healthcare providers, and practice confidentiality and safety procedures as defined by agency.Minimum Requirements High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.Experience in a health care delivery setting preferred.Able to communicate clearly with patients/families and others.Skill and proficiency in oral and written grammar and communication.Must have home telephone or telephone contact.Safe patient handling required.Maintains neat and orderly work environment.Must be available to work on short notice. Responsibilities 80% Observation and prevention of unsafe patient behavior/activity10% Communicating with the responsible R.N. about patient status and pertinent input to facilitate care planning.5% Accompanies patients for diagnostic tests occasionally.5% Maintains a clean and orderly environment. Shift12 Hour Night ShiftTime TypePart timeScheduled Weekly Hours24Cost Center1670 Bed Utilization (BBC)Please take a moment to watch a brief video highlighting employment with Bronson!#J-18808-Ljbffr