Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Safety Attendant

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 10

Part-timeWilmington, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma is required.
Complete De-Escalation Techniques training within 90 days of employment.
Complete Life Support Responder training within 90 days of employment.
Complete Management of Aggressive Behaviors training within 90 days after completing De-Escalation Training.
Successfully complete applicable generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing.
Be knowledgeable about infection-control guidelines, body-substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics, and maintain acceptable standards under those guidelines.
Be able to work with patients of all age groups or act as a companion.
Have basic computer skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 observation and support for patients whose behaviors may pose a risk to themselves or others, ensuring safety and reporting concerns to the nursing team.
Assist patients with simple daily activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility as delegated by the nurse.
Obtain and record vital signs and capillary blood glucose readings, notifying the nurse immediately when results fall outside normal ranges.
Maintain a clean, safe, and clutter-free environment while following infection-control, body-mechanics, and safety protocols.
Document care accurately and on time, respond promptly to pages or calls, and support patient transport when needed.

Desired Qualifications

Previous hospital experience is preferred.

What We Offer

If you’ve been looking for a way to break into healthcare, this is your moment! New Hanover Regional Medical Center is hiring part‑time Safety Attendants for both day and night shifts—ideal for anyone who loves helping others and wants to build a rewarding career. No prior medical background? No problem. We’ll train you, support you, and cheer you on as you become an essential part of our care team.

Schedule: Part-time (7pm-7am Night)

Department: Safety Attendant

Location: Opportunities available across multiple Novant Health Coastal locations, including New Hanover Regional Medical Center & Orthopedic Hospital

What You'll Do

Provide 1:1 observation and support for patients whose behaviors may pose a risk to themselves or others, ensuring safety and reporting concerns to the nursing team.
Assist patients with simple daily activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility as delegated by the nurse.
Obtain and record vital signs and capillary blood glucose readings, notifying the nurse immediately when results fall outside normal ranges (as described in the job description).
Maintain a clean, safe, and clutter‑free environment while following infection‑control, body‑mechanics, and safety protocols.
Document care accurately and on time, respond promptly to pages or calls, and support patient transport when needed.

What We're Looking For

Education: High school diploma required.
Experience: Previous hospital experience preferred.
Licensure/certification/registration:De-Escalation Techniques (within 90 days of employment), required. Life Support Responder (within 90 days of employment), required. Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) Training (within 90 days after completion of De-Escalation Training), required.
Additional skills required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing as applicable. Is knowledgeable regarding guidelines for infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics. Maintains acceptable standards set by those guidelines. Ability to work with all age group patients or act as a companion. Basic computer skills for documentation.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

201015

About the Company

Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Novant Health operates an integrated healthcare network with hospitals, clinics, urgent care, imaging and pharmacy services across North Carolina and South Carolina. Its care model connects facilities and clinicians to provide a coordinated continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to outpatient and virtual visits. The network sets itself apart through its scale as an integrated system, a strong safety and quality focus, and active use of clinical trials and innovative care delivery; it also emphasizes community benefits and a large virtual care platform. Its goal is to improve community health by expanding access to safe, high-quality care and advancing health outcomes through research, innovation in care delivery, and value-based partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Charlotte, NC
Founded: 1997

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