Patient Safety Attendant
Company: Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview The Patient Safety
Attendant under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, is
responsible for providing generalized support services in
accordance with the Nursing Plan of Care and Medical/Surgical
Standards of Care and Practice. S/he must follow all
policies/procedures of Northern Arizona Healthcare. S/he performs
other duties, as assigned or directed, that are within the scope
and abilities of the individual's training. The PSA may interact
with patients and/or families, children, adolescents, adults, and
geriatrics. Responsibilities Patient Care * Communicates
patient/family needs and/or concerns to the collaborative
healthcare team. * Assists with ambulation of stable patients, if
appropriate, under the direction/supervision of the RN. * Uses an
interactive approach to keep patients safe and occupied (i.e. play
cards, read books, write notes, etc.) * Receives and assists in the
setup of patient food trays and snacks under the direct supervision
of the RN. Reporting and Documentation * Receives report from RN
and/or off-going patient safety attendant at the start of shift. *
Gives report to RN and oncoming patient safety attendant before
relinquishing responsibilities. * Keeps RN informed of any changes
in patient behaviors/status. Compliance/Safety * Stays current and
complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company
policies that impact the employees area of responsibility. *
Ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid
prior to expiration dates. * Completes all company mandatory
modules and required job specific training in the specified time
frame. * Ensure the rooms to which you are assigned are kept clean,
comfortable and safe for the patient and families. * Responsible
for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion
through the VigiLanz tool; attends all safety related training
programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment
for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing
work in a safe manner. Qualifications Education: High School
Diploma or GED- Required Certification & Licensures: BLS (American
Heart Association)- Required Fingerprint Clearance Card application
number- Required upon hire Fingerprint Clearance Card- Required
within 90 days of hire Experience: Healthcare is a rapidly changing
environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of
patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized
across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues
must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using
computers and basic software programs.
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