Mental Health Specialist Sitter- Safety Attendants, Per Diem variable

Job description

Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina Department: Safety Attendants Job Family: Nursing Support Work Shift: Variable (United States of America) Summary: Responsible for sitting with assigned patients and works with the nurse to assist with patient safety as well as offer stimuli to the patient. Responsible for communicating with every person involved in the patient’s care. Responsible for delivering customer service to the patient, staff and visitors. Utilizes crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed. Major Job Functions The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: Cares for the patient in a manner that promotes safety, protects rights and preserves dignity that is conducive to a therapeutic environment Responds to needs of patients with direct assistance when able or by reporting patient needs to the appropriate person Assists in maintaining patient safety to include the proper use of equipment and supplies which may include restraints Partici...