Patient Attendant - Speare Memorial Hospital : Job Details

Patient Attendant General Summary: The Patient Attendant provides indirect patient care under the immediate direction of the Registered Nurse (RN). Essential Job Functions*: • Performs patient sitting for patients requiring 1:1 after successful completion of required learning activities- MOAB and De-escalation training. • Prepares room for patient arrival insuring all necessary equipment is replenished. • Greets patient upon arrival, insures call bell, bed alarm, side rails and white board are completed as appropriate • Assist patients getting ready for discharge by gathering their belongings and assisting them to their vehicle. • Assists with hourly rounding and room safety checks. • Delivers meal trays and sets up patients to eat. • Assists with lifting and positioning of patients. • Assists with transporting patients. • Answers call lights and directs patient needs to the appropriate resource. • Stocks departments as needed. • Answers phones and handles calls appropriately. • Participates/Engages patients in activities such as playing cards, puzzles, ambulation, etc. • Other indirect patient care duties as assigned. • Attends and participates in department/hospital meetings as required. • Complies with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, regulations and standards as related to job. • Demonstrates hospital's stated mission and values. Actively and appropriately participates in problem-solving identification and resolution, both intra- and inter-departmentally. • Meets department customer service standards and strives to enhance the level of customer service provided. Qualifications: • Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent Preferred: None. • Work Experience Required: Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital setting serving the same age/type of patient population. • Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: None Preferred: None. • Other Skills/Knowledge Required: Demonstrated independent judgment in times of need, along with the ability to seek guidance and/or support from appropriate resources. Computer literacy. Ability to write clearly and concisely. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.