Patient Safety Champion - Samaritan Hospital Crisis Emergency FT Nights

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: Patient 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. 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, syringes and sharps Cleanup procedures for blood and body fluid spills, storage, handling and disposal of medical waste Will successfully complete and pass annual competency requirements. Responsibilities: Rounding on Mental Health Units Assisting with Direct Patient Care Assist in conducting therapeutic activities Responsible for visitation management May perform assigned patient care activities and will aid will all aspects of patient’s bath, personal care and assist with providing patient nourishment. Key Focuses: The Patient Safety Champion plays a critical role in promoting a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff. Workplace Violence Prevention Environmental Safety Checks Emergency Preparedness Security collaboration Compliance and reporting Education Advocacy 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, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 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, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.