Patient Safety Attendant - Military veterans preferred

Legacy Health

Patient Safety Attendant

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled



US-OR-PORTLAND

Job ID: 24-41377
Type: On-Call (10% Differential and Min Shift Availability Required)
Emanuel Medical Ctr campus

Overview

The nursing philosophy at Legacy focuses on our patients and their families. Everything we do centers around them. At Legacy, you will be part of an interprofessional team focused on one goal: making life better for our patients and the community. If you believe this is an environment in which you would thrive, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

The Safety Attendant participates as a member of the healthcare team by assisting the Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) and RN. This team member will be responsible for ensuring a safe environment for patients requiring direct or indirect observation.

This position is an integral part of the team approach to patient care and may be asked to perform various tasks and procedures to contribute to the safe and efficient flow of patients through the department.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.  Training or coursework in behavioral health field preferred.

Experience:

Two years experience in a health care setting preferred.  Acute care experience preferred.

Skills:

Able to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to prioritize multiple assignments.

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION:

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

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