Patient Safety Attendant

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Patient Safety Attendant you
want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to
join HCA Florida Largo Hospital which is part of the nation’s leading provider
of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Florida Largo Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the
health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and
programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits
_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as
a(an) Patient Safety Attendant where your passion for creating positive
patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-
being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge
and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Patient Safety Attendant (PSA) participates in high-quality, patient-
centered care by providing continuous observation and monitoring for high risk
patients. In collaboration with the patient care team, the PSA ensures the
patient environment is free of obstacles and minimizes risk of falls and
accidental or intentional self-harm. The PSA may also assist with basic
activities of daily living.
We are currently seeking a Patient Safety Attendant to join our team. As our
Safety Attendant you will participate in high-quality, patient-centered care
by providing continuous observation and monitoring for high risk patients.
While in collaboration with the patient care team, the PSA ensures the patient
environment is free of obstacles and minimizes risk of falls of accidental or
intentional self-harm. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each
other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is
as meaningful as we do. Take the next step in your career.
Your tasks and responsibilities may include:
• You will assist with basic activities of daily living.
• You will maintain a direct line of sight with patient at all times,
including while family and visitors are in the room.
• You will accompany patients and ensure patient safety during transportation,
testing, and procedures occurring away from the patient’s normal environment.
• You will establish a safe, risk-free patient environment by utilizing
knowledge of fall prevention protocols, infection control measures, and self-
harm prevention. You will perform room assessment regularly and after any
visitations.
• You will monitor your patients’ physical and emotional condition. You will
also report any changes in status promptly while remaining direct line of
sight with the patient
• You will intervene as needed to prevent patient your patients’ from harming
self or others seeking immediate assistance for escalating incidents.
Qualifications:
• One year experience in a healthcare setting is preferred
• Current AHA (American Heart Association) BLS (Basic Life Support)
required on all clinical nursing units
• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication
skills, ability to read/comprehend written instructions, ability to follow
verbal instructions, PC skills
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HCA Florida Largo Hospital is the premier healthcare provider in Pinellas
County and beyond. With 455 beds and over 650 sites of care, HCA Florida
Healthcare is the largest healthcare network in Florida. Our hospital offers a
wide range of specialty services, including advanced cardiac care, complex GI
services, kidney and liver transplantation, weight loss surgery, advanced
stroke care, and robotic surgery. Our Graduate Medical Education program is
affiliated with USF Morsani College of Medicine, ensuring that our patients
receive the highest quality care from the most skilled and knowledgeable
medical professionals. Pick HCA Florida Largo Hospital for all your healthcare
needs.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical
Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years,
HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of
charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
> “Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.”- Dr. Thomas Frist,
> Sr.
> HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal
growth, we encourage you to apply for our Patient Safety Attendant opening. We
promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be
contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status.
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