DescriptionnnBecome part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.nnSummary:nnThe Patient Safety Attendant is responsible for providing either 1:1 or 1:2 focused, non-clinical, observation of patients identified with safety risks. The Attendant assists in maintaining a safe environment and remains with the patients at all times to provide on-going observation of the patient and alerts the nursing staff as patient care needs arise.nnResponsibilities:nn• Responds to patients promptly and courteously, notifying appropriate personnel of patient requests in a timely mannernn• Reports unusual occurrences to a charge nurse or supervisor immediately.nn• Assists in maintaining the patient environment by maintaining a safe, clean and comfortable atmospherenn• Notifies nursing personnel, as needed, when patient requires assistance such as positioning, holding, feeding, and toileting. Understands how to obtain emergency assistance, if needed.nnPARDEEnnOther information:nnQualificationsnnRequirednn• High School diploma or equivalent.nn• Effective verbal and written communication.nn01.6430.2190nnJob DetailsnnLegal Employer: Pardee - HCHCnnEntity: Pardee UNC Health CarennOrganization Unit: PsychiatrynnWork Type: Full TimennStandard Hours Per Week: 36.00nnWork Schedule: Day JobnnLocation of Job: PARDEEHOSPnnExempt From Overtime: Exempt: NonnQualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.