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Patient Safety Associate

UNC Health, Kinston, North Carolina, United States, 28504

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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

Perform duties and conduct interpersonal relationships in a manner that projects a positive image of the department and hospital.

Ensure contacts with other health care members are friendly and courteous.

Qualifications

High School Graduate or equivalent preferred, NA I preferred.

None required for professional experience.

Certification Requirements

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good interpersonal, communication, and observation skills.

Ability to act calmly and swiftly under pressure.

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

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

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Night Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston

Exempt From Overtime: 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.

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