Patient Safety Companion – Lorain Hospital

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Patient Safety Companion – Lorain Hospital

Shift/Schedule:

Full Time – Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours

Shift Times – Days (7am-7:30pm)

Some Weekend and Holiday Availability is Required

BASIC PURPOSE :

It is the Constant Observer’s responsibility to provide constant observation to patients as directed by the RN. It is expected that safety issues will be monitored and reported to the nursing caregivers. The Constant Observer is utilized to sit with patients who are experiencing the following situations including but not limited to: suicide potential, potential to harm self or others, restless and or confused. The Constant Observer is to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient per BSMH policy.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Reports to the nursing staff.

Follows hospital dress code which includes wearing a name badge.

Follows hospital sitter guidelines.

Identifies signs of patient distress

​ For behavioral restraints or seclusion, must also understand the following:

Causes of the threatening behavior exhibited by the patients

Sometimes this behavior can be related to a medical condition

How staff behaviors can affect patient behaviors

De-escalation, mediation, physical intervention and other techniques

How to recognize physical distress in pts. in restraints or seclusion

Recognize when to seek staff assistance

When there is not a need for a safety companion:

May Complete hourly rounding on unit

May Assist in transportation of patients

May float to other units for continuous observation

EDUCATION, SPECIALIZED AND/OR TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS :

High School Graduate or GED equivalent

Must be 18 years or older

All sitters must maintain yearly training requirements.

American Heart Association BLS/CPR Certification

Job Hazard Risks:

Lifting

Infectious Disease Exposure

Hazardous Materials Exposure (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical)

Workplace Violence Potential

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com