Patient Safety Observer
1 week ago
Patient Safety Observer-PRN
Must be willing to work at least 72 hours per 3 month period
MAIN FUNCTION:
Assists nurses in maintaining patient safety as directed by RN / LPN. Provides ongoing one-on-one supervision for an assigned patient, working closely with nursing, to alert them of any needs or concerns immediately. Documents observations in the medical record according to Wooster Community Hospital policy. Acts in compliance with hospital, Nursing Department policies / procedures and Service Standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Department Manager, Charge Nurse, RN, LPN
MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS:
- Desire to assist with patient care/safety
- 18 years of age or greater
- Completed mandatory education/training offered by Wooster Community Hospital on suicide precautions. Education must be completed prior to serving as a patient safety observer and on an annual basis
- Cell phone capable of receiving text messages. Must commit to receiving text message notifications for available openings
COMMITMENT:
- Expected to commit to 72 hours per 3-month period
- Eligible to transfer to other Wooster Community Hospital positions after 6 months of employment
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:
- Strong customer service philosophy
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Employees in this position may be:
- Exposed to blood, body fluids and/or airborne pathogens and are required to wear barriers
- Employees in this position must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, turn, crouch, and bend as necessary to complete nursing care tasks
- Exposure to restless and agitated patients
POSITION EXPECTATIONS:
All expectations detailed below are considered ADA (American Disabilities Act) Essential.
- Maintains appropriate skills
- Reports abnormal observations and specific problems immediately
- Observes patient for safety and reports to RN
- Does not leave patient unattended
- Documents observations in the medical record according to Wooster Community Hospital policy at defined intervals
- Under the direction of licensed Nursing Staff:
- Provide comfort measures
- Follow infection control guidelines and safety precautions
- Assists with fluid and nutritional needs of the patient
- Maintain fall prevention strategies
- Uses appropriate personal protective equipment
- Requests relief for breaks, etc. Does not leave patient unattended.
- Interacts appropriately with WCH customers (patients, family visitors, staff)
- Maintains patient’s modesty/dignity/confidentiality
- Provides diversion activities as directed by licensed nursing staff
- Tells patient exactly what is expected
- Allows patient choices with consideration to patient safety
- Speaks slowly and directly to patient in simple terms
1/2024
PRN position, as needed based on patient need
Must be willing to commit to 72 hours per 3-month period
PRN position, as needed based on patient need
Must be willing to commit to 72 hours per 3-month period
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