Patient Safety Technician- Per-Diem, Varied Shifts, Nursing Resource, Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center

JobID: 31725

Category: Nursing Support

JobSchedule:

Posted Date: 2026-08-11T16:00:36+00:00

JobShift:

Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 20.520000

The Patient Safety Technician is responsible for providing continuous observation and appropriate documentation of assigned patients who are identified as being at increased risk for injury, self-harm, or elopement. This role supports patient safety through vigilant monitoring, assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), and timely communication with the clinical care team.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Provide continuous, one-on-one observation for assigned patients in Sitter and Spotter assignments
• Protect patients from self-harm, injury, or elopement by maintaining constant awareness and presence
• Conduct continuous rounds and maintain visual contact with the patient as required
• Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and mobility
• Assist with bathroom use, commode support, and incontinence care while preserving dignity and safety
• Monitor and accurately document intake and output
• Perform preventive skin care, oral/mouth care, and assist with feeding as needed
• Change bed linens and maintain a clean, safe patient environment
• Observe and promptly report changes in patient behavior, condition, or safety concerns to nursing staff
• Accurately document patient activity per policy and regulatory requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support patient care and safety