Patient Safety Attendant

Job Description \n Why Mayo Clinic \n \n \n \n Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation andcomprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.\n \n \n Responsibilities \n \n \n We desire to create and support an organizational culture where all employees are mission-driven, embody organizational values, and practice relationship-based care. We adhere to the primary value "the needs of the patient come first". The daily actions of the staff demonstrate the vision and values of the organization. The Patient Safety Attendant (Sitter) works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and provides an environment of safety that gives an alternative to restraints. Is responsible for sitting with and observing an assigned patient. Provides constant and alert observation for each assigned patient. Protects patient's safety and security by preventing patient harm to self, harm to others, harm from others and flight risk. \n \n Qualifications \n \n \n High school graduate or equivalent required. Additional qualifications: \n Patient care or healthcare related field experience preferred however on the job training is provided. Flexibility (works flexible hours, which include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends) Basic computer skills Ability to read and communicate effectively in English Verbal and written communication Promotes team building Self-directed Able to adapt to unpredictable situations. \n License or certification: \n BLS certification required within 1 week of start date. \n \n Exemption Status \n \n \nNonexempt\n \n Compensation Detail \n \n \n$20.00 - $21.63 / hour\n \n Benefits Eligible \n \n \nNo\n \n Schedule \n \n \nPart Time\n \n Hours/Pay Period \n \n \nVaries\n \n Schedule Details \n \n \n24 hours per six-week schedule period.\n \n Weekend Schedule \n \n \n8 hours required over a weekend. Holiday rotation required.\n \n International Assignment \n \n \nNo\n \n Site Description \n \n \n \n Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.\n \n \n \n \n Equal Opportunity \n \n \n \n All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the"EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates inE-Verifyand may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.\n \n \n \n Recruiter \n \n \nJennifer Schindeldecker Nursing Entry Level