Job Description & Responsibilities:
A Safety Partner is intended for to promote a safe environment for individuals who are unable to be left alone for long periods of time, and who require consistent monitoring. This condition could be caused by age, frailty, physical and/or mental disability, or other conditions. The Safety Partner role is non-clinical. If the patient requires clinical or personal care, i.e. bathing, transfers, a CNA will be assigned for those duties. Effective 8-1-18, after adequate training on gait belt and body mechanics, safety partner will assist patients to the restroom.
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or GED (Required) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 0 - 1 year Patient Care Experience (Preferred) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES Required Certifications: AHA (American Heart Association) Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPT (Crisis Prevention Training) both to be obtained within 120 days of hire