Patient Safety Technician Part-Time Evenings

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Company Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description: The Patient Safety Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Remains at bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member. - Provides calming and reorienting conversation with patient in cases of patient’s agitation or confusion. - Identifies and removes hazards from the patient and patient's enviro...