Job Description

Patient Safety Attendant Opportunity

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Patient Safety Attendant? At Portsmouth Regional Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Portsmouth Regional Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Prescription drug and behavioral health coverage.
• Free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Legal counseling.
• Long-term care coverage.
• Moving assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Patient Safety Attendant like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Patient Safety Attendant will provide one to one intense observation or close observation, or frequent safety checks on those patients identified as a suicidal, high risk for falls, wandering or self-injury, as ordered by the physician and/or directed by the Director/Resource Nurse or Administrative Supervisor.

What will you do in this role:

• Demonstrates sensitivity and respect to the patient, family and/or significant other(s).
• Provides for the privacy of patients/family.
• Maintains frequency of patient observational checks as directed by the physician or nurse, documenting each check.
• When assigned to the 1:1 observation of a patient, does not leave the patient until relieved by another staff person; never leaves the patient unattended unless directed by the nurse.
• Assures that other staff relieve him/her for meals and breaks in order to assure vigilant observation.
• Discusses with assigned nurse, guidelines for any conversation with the patient.
• Reports data to assigned nurse in a timely manner.
• Primary responsibility is to stay with the patient and assure his/her safety.
• Documents all pertinent information.
• Reports all details of the shift to the assigned nurse at the end of shift or during the shift if there is a change in patient behavior or significant information to report.
• Adheres to hospital policies on documentation.
• Communicates and interacts with internal and external customers of various ages.
• Complies with infection control precaution standards.
• Complies with safety and security policies of the hospital.
• Complies with hospital policies/procedures.
• Supports and participates in the organizations continuous quality improvement program.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Watching patients with continuous focus to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Identifying risks such as falls or self-harm and promptly alerting the care team to intervene quickly and protect patients.
• Documenting patient activity and changes with accuracy and clarity throughout your shift.
• Honoring patient privacy by safeguarding confidential information at all times.
• Collaborating closely with the healthcare team to foster a culture of compassion, respect, and teamwork.

What qualifications you will need:

• BLS and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certifications must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.

At Portsmouth Regional Hospital, you're not just joining a hospitalyou're becoming part of a mission-driven team that's redefining healthcare excellence across the Seacoast region. As a 240-bed acute care facility in Portsmouth, NH, we proudly serve communities throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts. We're the only hospital in the area to be recognized as an ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center.

As part of the HCA Healthcare family, you'll be supported by one of the nation's leading healthcare systems, with a strong presence in New Hampshire that includes four hospitals, three freestanding emergency rooms, and over 70 care sites. Here, nearly 5,000 colleaguesincluding 1,500 nurses and 1,000 affiliated physicianscollaborate to deliver exceptional care and innovation every day.

We are a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Patient Safety Attendant opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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