Patient Safety Companion-Float at UnityPoint Health

Waterloo, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Monitoring, Direct Observation, Tele Monitoring, Emergency Response, Patient Safety, Hand-off Communication, Team Coordination, Verbal Redirection, Safety Hazard Identification, Critical Thinking, Independent Judgment, Telesitter Software Proficiency, Visual Observation, Safe Work Practices, Quality Improvement, Customer Service

Industry

Description

Overview UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital Patient Safety Companion Full-Time Benefits - .60 FTE - 3:00pm-11:30pm with rotation weekends and holidays Provides patient monitoring services through direct patient observation in order to provide a safe environment for patients. In situations where there are not patients for direct observation, would provide tele monitoring for the Telesetter system. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Provides 1:1 direct observation (sitter in patient’s room) to assigned patient to prevent patient self- injury. Accesses assigned nursing/nursing support staff on assigned area immediately in case of emergency or as needed to provide patient care on routine basis. Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit/work area and upon completion of shift assignment. Coordinates meal and break times with team and informs appropriate team members prior to leaving monitoring station for any reason to ensure constant patient observation. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Verbally redirects patient over digital 2-way audio device that is in patient room. Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to Charge Nurse. Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent. Basic or advanced nursing assistant or equivalent course preferred. Previous healthcare experience preferred. Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Microsoft Office – basic computer skills. Customer/patient focused. Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions. Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate care to a patient population based on the patients individualized treatment plan as delegated by the Registered Nurse. Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the telesitter software. Maintains visual observation at all times. Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs. Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing one-on-one direct observation of assigned patients to prevent self-injury and immediately accessing nursing staff during emergencies or routine care needs. Responsibilities also include participating in patient hand-offs, coordinating breaks, verbally redirecting patients via audio device, and reporting potential safety hazards.