Safety Attendant | I/P Psych

What You'll Bring: High School Diploma/GED (Required)Enrolled in an accredited Nursing Program or comparable clinical healthcare program (Required)Psychology Student who has completed at least 20 credits in required Psychology courses (1/2 credit toward psych degree) completed/ Sophomore year of psych degree program (Required)Previous pediatric or childcare experience (Preferred)Certifications/

Licensure Requirements: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required)Functional Abilities: Provide 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. Keep 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).Report 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 Benefits That Support You: Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services. Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day. Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts. Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans. Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Why Join Us: Nationally Recognized Excellence Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children's Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Leading Pediatric Care One of the largest and most comprehensive children's hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments. Innovation & Research A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health. Mission-Driven Culture Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.