Patient Safety Observer

The University of Miami – Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Patient Safety Observer (U) position. The Patient Safety Observer (U) provides needed supervision of patients in the hospital who are at risk of injury or elopement. The incumbent collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and reports any behavior which may compromise the safety of the patient to appropriate nursing staff.                                                                                                   

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares patients’ rooms for admission by setting up the items needed by the new patient.

• Orients patients regarding their room, bed, storage, bathroom, TV control, and emergency call light system.

• Assists patients with dressing and undressing and places patients’ belongings in appropriate places.

• Assists patients with bathing, oral hygiene, changing bed linens, and evening care.

• Prepares patients for meals, collaborates with primary nurse to ensure the appropriate tray is provided and assists with feedings.

• Assists with positioning, lifting, turning, and ambulating patients.

• Assists patients with toileting.

• Reports immediately any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient.

• Assists in the discharge process by helping patients pack their belongings and transporting them to the lobby.

• Follows proper isolation techniques.

• Supports the philosophy of service excellence daily by initiating positive communications with patients, family members, nurses, and physicians.

• Utilizes universal precautions and respects environmental safety guidelines.

• Complies with established measures for infection control, OSHA, and AHCA regulations.

• Attends mandatory educational programs and annual in-services.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.