Full time
12 Hour Day ShiftPatient Safety Champion - Provides direct hands on patient care to patients with mental illness in a secure mental health unit as well as providing additional support to ensure our culture of safety.
REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma – Associates or Bachelors preferred
2 Years Full Time Direct Patient Care in health or behavioral health setting
To include: De-Escalating patients, Motivational interviewing, Mental health first aide, Evidence base intervention.
NYS Security License
BLS Certification
Must meet Vision and hearing standards with or without correction
Must meet physical lifting requirements of 35 lbs. or more.
Must attend PCT Classroom Training - 1 week M-F 8a-4p
Mandatory Certifications that must be maintained
Crisis Prevention / De-escalating Training
Security Guard DCJS 8 Hour Annual Course
Adherence to policies and procedures as outlined in the SPHP policies regarding:
Standard precautions
Blood borne Pathogens
Disposal of needles,syringesand sharps
Cleanup procedures for blood and body fluid spills, storage,handlingand disposal of medical waste
Will successfully complete and pass annualcompetencyrequirements.
Responsibilities
Rounding on Mental Health Units
Assisting with Direct Patient Care
Assistin conducting therapeutic activities
Responsible for visitation management
May performassignedpatient careactivitiesand will aid will all aspects of patient’s bath, personal careandassistwith providing patientnourishment
Key Focuses ThePatient Safety Champion plays a critical role in promoting a safe and secureenvironmentfor patients,visitorsand staff.
Workplace Violence Prevention
EnvironmentalSafety Checks
EmergencyPreparedness
Security collaboration
Compliance and reporting
EducationAdvocacy
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
PCT Pay Range: $19.00 - 28.00
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 123,000 colleagues and nearly 27,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 26 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 88 hospitals, 135 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue is $21.5 billion with $1.4 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
