Antelope Valley Hospital
Patient Safety Attendant - Float Pool - Per Diem/Days - Req#2063881092
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Job Description
- Req#: 2063881092
- Provides observation of patient per doctor’s order
- Prevents contamination and/or transfer of infection by adhering to all infection prevention protocols and Standard Precautions of the hospital
- Assists in the maintenance of a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment
- Communicates observations to the Registered Nurse or the Charge Nurse in a timely manner
- Documentation: observations of patient’s condition
- Assists in special projects/assignments as needed
- Demonstrates the Core Values of Antelope Valley Hospital
- Ability to understand and follow/deliver written and verbal instructions
- Ability to communicate in an empathetic manner with patients and their families/visitors
- Ability to organize work and establish priorities
- Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
- Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education
- Ability to meet basic health requirements and physical job standards
- High school graduate or the equivalent
- Work can be hectic and requires both physical and mental dexterity
- On occasion, may be called upon to assist with the physical management of assaultive behaviors
- Orientation of patients in restraints and other duties to be performed while attending a patient will be provided by the Registered Nurse caring for the patient
- High school graduate or the equivalent
Job Objective: Under the direction of a licensed nurse, provides special observations of patients through the performance of a variety of non-professional nursing duties. This position is utilized to provide a safe environment for the patient, especially those who are restrained or unrestrained, who need closer observation due to confusion or acting out behavior to prevent injury to self or others and/or elopement.
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About the company
Antelope Valley Hospital is a public hospital located in Lancaster, California specializing in acute care.
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