The Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) provides continuous observation of patients who require close monitoring due to medical, behavioral, or safety concerns. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), the PSA promotes a safe environment by maintaining constant observation, identifying and communicating changes in patient behavior or condition, and supporting established safety interventions.
Minimum:
$16.89 USD
Maximum:
$24.78 USD
- Provides continuous, uninterrupted observation of assigned patients requiring close monitoring
- Maintains a safe environment by conducting room safety checks, identifying potential hazards, and promptly notifying the RN of safety concerns or changes in the patient’s behavior, condition, or activity
- Remains alert and attentive at all times, intervening only within the scope of the role to support patient safety and immediately notifying the RN of any concerns or unsafe behaviors
- Implements established patient safety interventions and follows individualized safety plans as directed by the RN
- Accurately documents required patient observations, interventions, patient responses and other assigned activities in accordance with hospital policy and established procedures
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Nice to have: Healthcare experience
