Patient Safety Attendant

Essential Job Duties: Maintains patient safety and security and must remain alert and attentive at all times; observes patient behavior and reports as necessary to the appropriate staff. Monitors patient behavior closely. Remains in close proximity and/or maintains line-of-site (required for all suicidal and petitioned patients) as appropriate when assigned to patient sitter duties. Performs duties according to established standards for age groups, preschool through adulthood, by demonstrating knowledge of principles of growth and development over the lifespan. Sets limits on patient behavior under the direction of a registered nurse and/or mental health clinician and intervenes to decrease inappropriate behavior by consistently enforcing all rules at all times; controls patient telephone usage at the direction of the registered nurse/MHC.Performs other duties as assigned, i.e. unit supply stocking, environmental care, room preparation and safety. Under direction of the registered nurse, follows the patients plan of care and communicates with the registered nurse concerning inappropriate or non-compliant behavior. Accurately and consistently documents required safety checks using the appropriate form(s).Ensures appropriate visitation as directed by the registered nurse and that belongings, food, and other items brought to patients by family/visitors is allowable and safe. Maintains confidentiality with all patient information and during interactions with patients, families, visitors and staff. Supports basic patient activities as appropriate and directed by registered nurse and assists with transports as requested. Educational/Experience Requirements:* High School Diploma or equivalent