Summary
Location
Lewes
Salary
$0k - $0k
Type
full-time
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About this role
Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.
In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:
- Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
- Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
- Paid Time Off
- Long Term Sick accrual
- Employer Contribution Plan
- Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
- Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
- College Bound 529 Savings Plan
- Life Insurance
- Beebe Pers via WorkAdvantage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Overview
Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the nursing assistant performs various duties in the care and treatment of patients in accordance with established methods and procedures of the Medical Center.
Responsibilities
- Continuously observes patients' behavior, mental status and activities, notifies RN of any changes or unusual occurrences.
- Consistently and independently maintains a safe, clean environment for patients.
- Consistently adheres to established BBMC Close Observation Patient and Suicidal Patient Protocols
- Consistently and independently documents patient observation data on the Close Observation Supervision Record.
- Reports maintenance needs.
- Utilizes universal precautions.
- Gives accurate report to oncoming shift.
- Provides patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions.
- Escorts patients when leaving the unit for activities and scheduled tests.
- Demonstrates the ability to set limits for patients and other de-escalation techniques.
Qualifications
- Ability to remain attentive and alert for extended periods
- Strong observation and communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions and report patient behavior accurately
- Compassionate, patient-focused attitude
- Understanding of patient safety and infection control protocols
- Respectful of patient dignity and privacy
- Reliable and punctual
- Comfortable working with patients with dementia, mental health issues, or those at risk for falls/self-harm
Competencies Skills
- Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
- Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
- Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
- Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
- Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records
Credentials
- BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification
Education
- High School diploma or equivalent required or must obtain GED within 6 months of hire date.
Entry
USD $16.50/Hr.
Max
USD $25.58/Hr.
Other facts
About Beebe Healthcare
Located in beautiful historic Lewes, Delaware, Beebe Healthcare offers an array of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services. Founded in 1916 by two physician brothers, Drs. James Beebe and Richard C. Beebe, the hospital on the Margaret H. Rollins Health Campus in Lewes, is a 210-licensed-bed, not-for-profit community hospital.
Beebe's specialized service lines include cardiac and vascular, oncology, orthopedics, population and community health, women's health, and surgical services.
In addition to the Margaret H. Rollins Lewes Campus, Beebe operates two additional health campuses. The Rehoboth Beach Health Campus includes the Tunnell Cancer Center, Outpatient Surgery Center, Specialty Surgical Hospital, outpatient services and Beebe Medical Group practices. The South Coastal Health Campus includes a free-standing emergency department and South Coastal Cancer Center. There are additional locations for primary care, specialty services, and outpatient services in Georgetown, Long Neck, Milford, Millsboro, and Millville. Beebe also offers Home Care throughout Sussex County and is proud to have the only hospital-based nursing school in the state, the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing.
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Enjoy a long-standing culture of compassion and excellence, where you’ll appreciate our caring and inclusive community healthcare system located in an idyllic coastal community.
For job opportunities, upcoming events, and more, visit beebehealthcare.org/careers.
What you'll do
- The Patient Sitting-Behavioral Health Safety Attendant continuously observes patients' behavior and maintains a safe environment. They document patient observations and report any changes to the Registered Nurse.
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