HCSS Patient Safety Assistant

**Galveston, Texas, United States**

Nursing & Care Management

HealthCare System Staffing

Requisition # 2506176

JOB SUMMARY:

Per diem position.

The patient safety assistant provides activities which support the daily functions and operations of an assigned patient care unit. To provide continuous observation and appropriate documentation on activity of an assigned patient who has been identified as having increased risk for injury. Works with the multidisciplinary team through clear and timely communications. Reports directly to the assigned patient’s nurse and/or charge nurse, working to promote safety in patient care.

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

+ Contributes to the success of UTMB Health Care Systems Staffing.
+ Prior to the start of the shift, receives a report from the assigned nurse on the following:

+ patient’s name and pertinent social information regard...