Patient Attendant

Job description

Job Overview
Fairview is looking for a Patient Attendant to join our team at our Fairview Northland Hospital in Princeton, MN. The Patient Attendant provides direct and constant observation to assigned patients that require monitoring for safety reasons.
*Please note: This position pays $20.83/hr with associated shift differentials of $2/hr for evenings, $3/hr for nights, $2/hr for weekends
Position Details:
• 0.01 FTE (Casual)
• day/evening/night shift
• 16 hours per month required with 8 hours of that being on a weekend
• Must be able to report to work within 30 minutes of being called in

Responsibilities
• Ensure patient safety through close and constant observation of the patient
• Observes for real and potential threats to the patient’s safety and initiates appropriate action to prevent patient harm
• Reports observations directly to the patient’s assigned nurse or to the unit’s charge nurse
• Documents observations in the designated appropriate manner
• Other duties as assigned which do not require clinical competency (i.e stocking rooms, answering call lights)

Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
$20.83- $29.40 Hourly