Patient Safety Attendant
Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Sun City Center
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as
a(an) Patient Safety Attendant you want with your current employer?
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida South
Shore Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of
healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsHCA Florida South Shore
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. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as 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 (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more.
- Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical
and financial wellbeing
- Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder
care resources and consumer discounts
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on
years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred
banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification
support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave,
long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits
may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want
to work as a(an) Patient Safety Attendant where your passion for
creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are
dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be
your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job
Summary and QualificationsThe Patient Safety Attendant (PSA)
participates in high-quality, patient-centered care by providing
continuous observation and monitoring for high risk patients. In
collaboration with the patient care team, the PSA ensures the
patient environment is free of obstacles and minimizes risk of
falls and accidental or intentional self-harm. The PSA may also
assist with basic activities of daily living.
What you will do in this role:
- Maintains a direct line of sight with patient at all times,
including while family and/or visitors are in the room.
- Accompanies patient and ensures patient safety during
transportation, testing, and procedures occurring away from the
patient's normal environment.
- Establishes a safe, risk-free patient environment by utilizing
knowledge of fall prevention protocols, infection control measures,
and self-harm prevention. Performs room assessment regularly and
after any visitations.
- Creates clear, accurate documentation on patient status and
activity during the shift.
- Performs other duties as needed when not providing direct
patient observation. Assists nursing staff with tasks such as
transporting patients, delivering equipment and supplies,
transporting specimens, delivering patient trays, answering phones,
and assisting visitors.
- Participates as an active member of the health care team and
positively promotes the rest of the team to
patients/families/caregivers and other colleagues.
- Participates in hospital or departmental performance
improvement activities, and seeks opportunities to improve
department and inter-department processes.
- Restocks non-medicinal patient room supplies as needed.
What qualifications you will need:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of
employment start dateNo Travel Travel RequiredNo experience
Required Years of Experience This role requires you to be fully
vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law
or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is
approved).HCA Florida South Shore Hospital is a 138 bed community
hospital. We provide care to the residents of Hillsborough and
Manatee County. We have been recognized by the Joint Commission for
heart failure, sepsis, stroke and total hip and knee. We have an
American College of Radiology accreditation in CT, mammography,
MRI, nuclear medicine and ultrasound. We received the Healthgrades
top 10% in the nation for patient safety. We are a five star
recipient for gallbladder removal and small intestine surgeries.
Also for hip fracture treatment and pacemaker procedures. We have
24-hour emergency services, cardiology, general surgery and
orthopedics. We provide advanced medical services. We have
experienced healthcare providers and a dedicated care team. HCA
Florida South Shore Hospital was named a top workplace in Tampa Bay
for the fourth year in a row.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.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas
Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder 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 and value diversity at our company. We
do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status.
Keywords: HCA Healthcare, Palmetto , Patient Safety Attendant, Other , Sun City Center, Florida
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