Patient Safety Screener PRN

HCA Healthcare - Houston, TX

Full-time

Houston, TX

251-500 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Patient Safety Screener PRN role at HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center involves providing continuous observation and monitoring for high-risk patients to ensure their safety and well-being. This position is crucial in creating a safe patient environment, assisting with daily living activities, and collaborating with the healthcare team to enhance patient care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a direct line of sight with patients at all times, including during family visits.
• Accompanies patients to ensure safety during transportation, testing, and procedures.
• Establishes a safe patient environment by applying fall prevention protocols and infection control measures.
• Performs regular room assessments and documentation of patient status and activities during shifts.
• Assists nursing staff with tasks such as transporting patients and delivering equipment and supplies.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement activities and seeks opportunities for process improvement.
• Restocks non-medicinal patient room supplies as needed.

Requirements

• Experience in patient observation or related field.
• Ability to maintain patient safety and provide high-quality care.
• Strong communication skills to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of fall prevention and infection control protocols.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Adoption assistance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Family leave
• Flexible spending account