Safety Attendant, PRN (Variable; D/E/N)

DescriptionUnder the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Safety Attendant will provide 1:1 observation, assist to provide care and prevent the patient from harm. Will assist with the patient's care based on valid competencies.QualificationsMinimum EducationHigh School Diploma or GED (Required). Enrolled in an accredited Nursing Program or comparable clinical healthcare program (Required). Or Psychology student who has completed at least 20 credits in required psychology courses (1/2 credits toward psych degree)/completed sophomore year of psych degree program (required).Minimum Work ExperiencePrevious pediatric or child care experience (preferred).Required Licenses and CertificationsBasic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required).Functional AccountabilitiesPatient ActivitiesProvide diversion activities and conversations that are distracting and therapeutic.Engage in age specific play activities that are distracting and therapeutic (i.e. board games, card games, painting, reading); reinforce positive behavior.Provide support as outlined in the plan of care.Assist in activities of daily living, including but not limited to washing, toileting, position changes and assistance with meals.Patient SafetyKeep room clean and tidy.Maintain a calm environment.Act in the role of Patient Service Associate when cross-trained and no safety attendants needed.Adhere to principles of pediatric safety to ensure a safe environment for patients through use of handrails, seatbelts, patient accessibility to call bell, etc.Maintain standard precautions as ordered for patient.Report safety hazards to staff (i.e. broken furniture/broken equipment).CommunicationReport pertinent patient information and call for assistance if the patient develops destructive behaviors i.e. pulling lines.With RN establish priorities for individual patient; communicate with team members to establish priority tasks.Maintain regular communication with RN related to assigned duties and patient behavior; perform activities within prescribed scope and seek clarification when needed.Confer with RN when confronted with unfamiliar patient care issue.The use of the personal cell phone and ear bud is prohibited when sitting and/or watching a patient.Organizational AccountabilitiesAnticipate and respond to customer needs; follows up until needs are met.Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.Partner with all team members to achieve goals.Receptive to others' ideas and opinions.Contribute to a positive work environment.Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment.Use resources efficiently.Search for less costly ways of doing things.

#J-18808-Ljbffr