Patient Safety Attendant - Rumford Emergency Department
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At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Patient Safety Attendant to join our Emergency Department team at Rumford Hospital!This is a Per Diem position.Position Summary:The patient safety attendant is an employee of CMMF. Under the supervision of an RN, the Patient Safety Attendant provides direct observation of a patient at risk for safety. The Patient Safety Attendant performs duties in accordance with performance standards established for the job and appropriate to the position. In addition, the Patient Safety Attendant conducts all job responsibilities according to the Mission and Values of CMMF.Education and Experience:Heart saver Certification preferred but not required.High School graduate or equivalent preferred but not required.The ability to communicate effectively and understand specific instructions is required.Knowledge of safe body mechanics and the environment of the hospital are required.Sufficient interpersonal skills to interact with staff and patients are required.Duties and Responsibilities:Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:Communicates in a clear and concise manner to the Coordinator/Charge Nurse on the floor.Communicates in a clear and concise manner to RNs.Works with the Coordinator/Nurse to assign breaks and meal time.Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide care to the age groups served.Reports patient complaint of pain to supervising RN.Observes patient's mental and physical conditions, reports any changes to supervising RN.Transports patients to various departments for ordered tests/procedures.Treats patients and families with respect and dignity.Demonstrates the ability to function under stressful situations.Ensures an environment that optimizes patient safety.Maintains a good working relationship within the department and with other departments.Documentation meets current standards and policies after completion of educational requirements as defined by manager.Attends in-service education programs, as assigned, to learn new activities, alternative techniques, developmental skills, etc.Physical Demands:For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.What It's Like Working At CMH:We prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives, and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members. CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes:Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) programMedical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.Dental planVision planHealth Savings Account (HSA)Basic Life insurance at no costSupplemental Life insuranceLong-term disability insurance401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plansTuition partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistanceFamily leave program for Parental LeavesComprehensive Wellness ProgramAbout Central Maine Healthcare:Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!#J-18808-Ljbffr