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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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Patient Safety Associate
role at
UNC Health . 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
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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