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Patient Safety Attendant

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Patient Safety Attendant today with Portsmouth Regional Hospital.

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, 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, resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, family support, referral services, consumer discounts, retirement readiness, education assistance, colleague recognition program, and time away from work program.

Come join our team as a Patient Safety Attendant. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!

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, and we offer a robust heart and vascular programgiving our team the opportunity to work at the forefront of life-saving care.

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. Whether you're at Portsmouth, Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Parkland Medical Center in Derry, Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, or one of our emergency facilities in Seabrook, Dover, or Plaistow, you'll find a culture that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Patient Safety Attendant opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! 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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