Department: Safety and Security Shift: Primarily Days (United States of America) Employee Type: Regular Per Diem Type (if applicable) Minimum Pay Range $18.48 - $22.46 Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, The Safety Advocate functions in an observational/assisting capacity for patients who are at risk to cause injury to themselves or others. Provides services to meet the personal care, assistive, psychosocial and safety needs of assigned patients. Engages fully with each patient, providing a significant level of care and interaction, continually observing and maintaining patient safety. The Safety Advocate shall also contribute towards providing a secure and safe environment that allows patients, visitors, physicians, personnel and volunteers to deliver or receive quality services with minimal threats against their personal well-being and property. Other duties may include patrolling and monitoring facility premises, observing and reporting suspicious and unauthorized activities and unsafe conditions. May also be involved in access control, control of keys and emergency response and notification duties as assigned. Renders assistance and security related services to staff, physicians, patients, and visitors, including monitoring and restraining violent patients. Investigates and documents incidents relative to the facility and provides necessary liaison between staff and local law enforcement agencies. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education/Licensure/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred. Knowledge: Suicide Precautions training completed within the orientation period. Knowledge of de-escalation techniques. Skills: Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and effectively greet and relate to patients, physicians and staff. Effective observation skills. Ability to deal well with pressure and complaints. Able to maintain professional demeanor in a high stress environment. Ability to present oneself in a professional manner through appearance and conduct. Ability to utilize PPE and equipment, e.g. patient bed, gurneys, etc. Computer skills/familiarity. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall Medical Center is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall Medical Center includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 125 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics and a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership has a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of over 125 Auxiliary members that volunteer their time, along with more than 150 community volunteers.