Nursing Aide (Patient Safety Attendant) Program Positions HIA0081190 Waia
Heluna Health, Hilo, HI, United States
Nursing Aide (Patient Safety Attendant)
Location: Hilo, Hawaii
Salary: $18.00-$23.00 per hour
Work Shifts:
Days: 6:45am-3:15pm
Evenings: 2:45pm- 11:15pm
Nights: 10:45pm-7:15am
This is a full-time temporary position. Employment is provided by Heluna Health.
The Patient Safety Attendant (Nurse Aide) provides continuous observation and non-clinical support for high-risk patients within the acute care hospital setting. Working under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Safety Attendant ensures the safety of patients who may be at risk for falls, self-harm, or wandering due to cognitive impairment or medical conditions. This is a vital role in maintaining the safety and "Aloha" spirit of care for our Hilo community.
Essential Functions
Continuous Observation: Maintain constant visual contact with the assigned patient to ensure safety and prevent injury from falling inflicting harm to self or others. May assist the assigned Certified Nurse Aide with basic ADLs for patient (ex: assisting with bath, helping a patient)
Safety Intervention: Promptly alert nursing staff via call light or emergency alarm if the patient attempts to leave the bed, remove medical equipment, or exhibits escalating behavior.
Patient Engagement: Provide therapeutic companionship, including reading to patients or engaging in calming conversation to reduce agitation (delirium/dementia care).
Documentation: Maintain accurate "Logs", documenting patient activity and behavior at required intervals (typically every 1530 minutes).
Environment of Care: Ensure the patient's immediate environment is free of hazards and report any safety concerns to the Charge Nurse.
Supportive Care: Assist with non-clinical tasks such as tidying the bedside area or assisting the RN with positioning (within scope)
Job Qualifications
Education/Experience
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: * Entry-Level: Willing to train individuals with a strong desire to work in healthcare.
Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital, long-term care, or behavioral health setting.
Certificates/Licenses/Clearances
Must successfully pass a background check
Drug Testing
Medical Clearance
Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to remain alert for extended periods.
Physical Demands
Ability to sit for long periods of time while remaining focused.
Ability to assist with patient mobility or emergency response as needed.
Stand: Frequently
Walk: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Handling / Fingering: Occasionally
Reach Outward: Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally
Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs.
Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs.
See: Constantly
Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable
Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions
Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly = (5+ hrs/day)
Work Environment
General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled
EEOC Statement
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Location: Hilo, Hawaii
Salary: $18.00-$23.00 per hour
Work Shifts:
Days: 6:45am-3:15pm
Evenings: 2:45pm- 11:15pm
Nights: 10:45pm-7:15am
This is a full-time temporary position. Employment is provided by Heluna Health.
The Patient Safety Attendant (Nurse Aide) provides continuous observation and non-clinical support for high-risk patients within the acute care hospital setting. Working under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Safety Attendant ensures the safety of patients who may be at risk for falls, self-harm, or wandering due to cognitive impairment or medical conditions. This is a vital role in maintaining the safety and "Aloha" spirit of care for our Hilo community.
Essential Functions
Continuous Observation: Maintain constant visual contact with the assigned patient to ensure safety and prevent injury from falling inflicting harm to self or others. May assist the assigned Certified Nurse Aide with basic ADLs for patient (ex: assisting with bath, helping a patient)
Safety Intervention: Promptly alert nursing staff via call light or emergency alarm if the patient attempts to leave the bed, remove medical equipment, or exhibits escalating behavior.
Patient Engagement: Provide therapeutic companionship, including reading to patients or engaging in calming conversation to reduce agitation (delirium/dementia care).
Documentation: Maintain accurate "Logs", documenting patient activity and behavior at required intervals (typically every 1530 minutes).
Environment of Care: Ensure the patient's immediate environment is free of hazards and report any safety concerns to the Charge Nurse.
Supportive Care: Assist with non-clinical tasks such as tidying the bedside area or assisting the RN with positioning (within scope)
Job Qualifications
Education/Experience
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: * Entry-Level: Willing to train individuals with a strong desire to work in healthcare.
Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital, long-term care, or behavioral health setting.
Certificates/Licenses/Clearances
Must successfully pass a background check
Drug Testing
Medical Clearance
Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to remain alert for extended periods.
Physical Demands
Ability to sit for long periods of time while remaining focused.
Ability to assist with patient mobility or emergency response as needed.
Stand: Frequently
Walk: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Handling / Fingering: Occasionally
Reach Outward: Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally
Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs.
Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs.
See: Constantly
Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable
Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions
Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly = (5+ hrs/day)
Work Environment
General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled
EEOC Statement
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.