Job Description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.


Summary:

The Patient Safety Associate is responsible for performing direct observation and assistance with activities of daily living under the direction and supervision of a professional nurse. Provides a safe and therapeutic environment for the patient requiring direct observation. Assists with basic unit functions as directed by the professional nurse.



Responsibilities:

Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner to project a positive image of the department and hospital. Insures that contacts with other health care members are friendly and courteous.

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Other Information

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Qualifications




EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS


High School Graduate or equivalent preferred, NA I preferred.




PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT


None required.




LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION


Must successfully complete Patient Safety Associate (PSA), Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) trainings.




KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS


Good interpersonal, communication and observation skills are essential. Ability to act calmly and swiftly under pressure. Ability to hand emotionally distressing situations.




WORK ENVIRONMENT


Occasional exposure to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens, and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment, possible exposure to conditions such as fumes, noxious odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.




PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT


Standing, sitting, walking and working throughout the shift. Visual acuity, auditory, and verbal skills necessary.









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Job Details

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health


Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care



Organization Unit: Flex Pool


Work Type: Full Time



Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00


Salary Range: $14.18 - $16.31 per hour (Minimum to Midpoint )


Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity



Work Assignment Type: Onsite


Work Schedule: Day Job



Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston


Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No



Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.