Patient Safety Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Woodbridge, Virginia, United States Metropolitan Healthcare Services Inc. Full time
Job Overview

Role Summary: The Patient Safety Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of patients within the healthcare environment. This position involves a variety of responsibilities aimed at maintaining patient safety and comfort under the guidance of nursing staff.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducts essential patient monitoring tasks under the supervision of a designated Nurse.
  • Observes and reports on patient behavior and activities to the responsible Nurse or technician regularly.
  • Assists the charge Nurse in accurately measuring and documenting patient intake and output.
  • Accompanies patients during medical procedures and tests, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout.
  • Provides assistance to patients with mobility, including trips to the restroom.
  • Responds to the dynamic needs of patients and the unit, potentially serving as a runner or transporting patients during emergencies.
  • Ensures patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction at all times.
  • Performs essential patient care tasks related to daily living activities, including feeding and personal hygiene.
  • Assists with bathing, changing linens, and repositioning patients as directed by the supervising Nurse.
  • Maintains constant observation of assigned patients, ensuring they are never left unattended unless instructed otherwise.
  • Avoids distractions that could compromise patient care, including reading or using personal devices.
  • Documents patient activities every 15 minutes and provides updates to the Nurse.
  • Responds promptly to patient call bells and notifies the appropriate care team member as needed.
  • Restocks departmental supplies to ensure availability.
  • Understands and adheres to hospital emergency protocols.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment by following established standards and procedures.
  • Upholds strict confidentiality regarding patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Waits for appropriate relief from the Nurse in charge or PSA lead before taking breaks.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience of three years.
  • Eligibility to work legally in the United States.
  • Successful completion of background and drug screenings.
  • Previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or in a healthcare setting is preferred.
  • Fluency in English, including speaking, reading, and writing.
  • Completion of training in Patient Safety Associate (PSA), Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required.
  • Must meet immunization and health screening requirements.
  • Demonstrates professionalism with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Exhibits a passion for customer service and attention to detail.

Preferred Attributes:

  • Enjoys working in calm environments.
  • Able to encourage others with a composed demeanor.
  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to customer service.

Physical Demands:

  • Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, talk, see, and hear.
  • Must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds occasionally.
  • Ability to push and pull weights of 75 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
  • Must be able to push and pull patients in wheelchairs, ranging from 100 to 350 pounds, over considerable distances.
  • Flexibility in working hours and extended shifts may be necessary.
  • Must pass medical screening for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as required by the assignment.

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