UnityPoint Health
Patient Safety Companion- Clinical Staffing (Float Pool)
UnityPoint Health, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319
Patient Safety Companion - Clinical Staffing (Float Pool)
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UnityPoint Health Shift: 16-24 hours/week, Days, Evenings, or Nights, with every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation Job ID: 176210 Overview
Are you passionate about making a difference in patient care? We’re looking for compassionate, attentive individuals to join our healthcare team as
Patient Safety Companions . In this vital role, you’ll help ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients through direct observation and monitoring. Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply today and help us keep our patients safe and supported! Shifts Available
Part-Time, 16 hours/week, 3p‑11:30p, 7a‑3:30p, and 11p‑7:30a Part-Time, 24 hours/week, 3p‑11:30p Each opening requires every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation. Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four‑legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Responsibilities
Provides 1:1 direct observation (in patient’s room) to assigned patient to prevent patient self‑injury; maintains visual observation at all times. Participates in collaborative identification of and reporting of patient safety issues. Removes any potential safety hazard from patient room and reports findings to nursing staff. Promotes diversionary activities as necessary and appropriate. Documents proof of observation on suicide precautions and other safety protocols. Assists patient with Activities of Daily Living in accordance with job training and in collaboration with health care team; nursing staff must be notified if patient lifting is required. Notifies assigned nursing and support staff on assigned area immediately in case of emergency or as needed to provide patient care on a routine basis. Seeks assistance immediately when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred. License(s)/Certification(s)
Reliable personal transportation is required, as team members may be asked to travel between campuses during a shift. Valid driver’s license and ability to meet driving record standards. Must possess and maintain valid Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain certification within three months. Other
Level 2 Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree, pushing or pulling arm or leg controls or maintaining a production rate pace. Light work requires physical exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Part‑time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UnityPoint Health by 2x.
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Join to apply for the
Patient Safety Companion- Clinical Staffing (Float Pool)
role at
UnityPoint Health Shift: 16-24 hours/week, Days, Evenings, or Nights, with every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation Job ID: 176210 Overview
Are you passionate about making a difference in patient care? We’re looking for compassionate, attentive individuals to join our healthcare team as
Patient Safety Companions . In this vital role, you’ll help ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients through direct observation and monitoring. Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply today and help us keep our patients safe and supported! Shifts Available
Part-Time, 16 hours/week, 3p‑11:30p, 7a‑3:30p, and 11p‑7:30a Part-Time, 24 hours/week, 3p‑11:30p Each opening requires every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation. Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four‑legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Responsibilities
Provides 1:1 direct observation (in patient’s room) to assigned patient to prevent patient self‑injury; maintains visual observation at all times. Participates in collaborative identification of and reporting of patient safety issues. Removes any potential safety hazard from patient room and reports findings to nursing staff. Promotes diversionary activities as necessary and appropriate. Documents proof of observation on suicide precautions and other safety protocols. Assists patient with Activities of Daily Living in accordance with job training and in collaboration with health care team; nursing staff must be notified if patient lifting is required. Notifies assigned nursing and support staff on assigned area immediately in case of emergency or as needed to provide patient care on a routine basis. Seeks assistance immediately when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred. License(s)/Certification(s)
Reliable personal transportation is required, as team members may be asked to travel between campuses during a shift. Valid driver’s license and ability to meet driving record standards. Must possess and maintain valid Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain certification within three months. Other
Level 2 Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree, pushing or pulling arm or leg controls or maintaining a production rate pace. Light work requires physical exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Part‑time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UnityPoint Health by 2x.
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