Patient Safety Champion Samaritan Gero Psych FT 12 hr Days
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Job Summary
2 Years Full Time Direct Patient Care in health or behavioral health setting
To include: De-Escalating patients Motivational interviewing Mental health first aide Evidence base intervention.
NYS Security License
BLS Certification
Must meet Vision and hearing standards with or without correction
Must meet physical lifting requirements of 35 lbs. or more.
Must attend PCT Classroom Training - 1 week M-F 8a-4p
Mandatory Certifications that must be maintained
Crisis Prevention / De-escalating Training
Security Guard DCJS 8 Hour Annual Course
Adherence to policies and procedures as outlined in the SPHP policies regarding:
Standard precautions
Blood borne Pathogens
Disposal of needlessyringesand sharps
Cleanup procedures for blood and body fluid spills storagehandlingand disposal of medical waste
Will successfully complete and pass annualcompetencyrequirements.
Responsibilities:
Rounding on Mental Health Units
Assisting with Direct Patient Care
Assistin conducting therapeutic activities
Responsible for visitation management
May performassignedpatient careactivitiesand will aid will all aspects of patients bath personal careandassistwith providing patientnourishment.
Key Focuses:ThePatient Safety Champion plays a critical role in promoting a safe and secureenvironmentfor patientsvisitorsand staff.
Workplace Violence Prevention
EnvironmentalSafety Checks
EmergencyPreparedness
Security collaboration
Compliance and reporting
EducationAdvocacy
Pay is based on experience skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
PCT Pay Range: $19.00 - 28.00
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more
