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Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Safety Attendant

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeBolivia, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Previous hospital experience is preferred.
  • De-escalation Techniques certification is required within 90 days of employment.
  • Life Support Responder certification is required within 90 days of employment.
  • Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) Training is required within 90 days after completion of De-Escalation Training.
  • Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing as applicable.
  • Knowledge of guidelines for infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics, and ability to maintain acceptable standards set by those guidelines.
  • Ability to work with patients of all age groups or act as a companion.
  • Basic computer skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 observation and support for patients whose behaviors may pose a risk to themselves or others, ensure their safety, and report concerns to the nursing team.
  • Assist patients with simple daily activities, including bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility, as delegated by the nurse.
  • Obtain and record vital signs and capillary blood glucose readings, and immediately notify the nurse when results fall outside normal ranges.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and clutter-free environment while following infection-control, body-mechanics, and safety protocols.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous hospital experience.

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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