PATIENT SAFETY ASSOCIATE - INPATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Essential Job Functions: Performs duties for an irrational patient as directed by the nurse responsible for the care of the sits in patient's room with an unobstructed view of the fluids. Assists with meal tray. Assists with basic grooming (combing hair) and ambulation in patient room. Will not assist with shaving, showers, bathing, and incontinence care. Provides socialization, games, cards, TV, reading. Provides for and maintains a safe environment for the and deters removal/dislodgement of treatment devices/medical apparatus (IVs, feeding tubes, dressings, etc.).Discourages and deters falls, climbing out of bed or injury to self. Accompany patients to testing in other areas of the hospital. Provides a safe environment for a patient who requires supervision, companionship and/or diversion. Provides constant observation and documents observations on safety report sheet. Constant observation is defined as: continuous visual watch of a equipment/supplies to nursing units. Delivers dietary trays. Provides support to waiting families/visitors in waiting rooms, hold areas and emergency departments. Provide friendly patient visitation services. Declutter patient rooms. Ensure patient belongings are within reach. Perform quick perimeter checks of patient rooms and identify areas of concern; report to appropriate staff to be addressed. May visit with patients identified by nurse manager on unit who would like or benefit from a social interaction Other duties as assigned. Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]Required Qualifications/Experience Must be 18 years of age Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment. Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience. Preferred Qualifications/Experience Previous experience in a patient care setting. Good observation and interpersonal skills.