Patient Safety Monitor
mhsilĀ· Support Services
About this role
Min
USD $15.50/Hr.Max
USD $21.44/Hr.Overview
Under supervision of the registered nurse or designee, performs tasks and direct observations of patients and colleagues to minimize safety risks in the patient care environment and/or overall organization.Ā Ā
Qualifications
Education:
- GED/high school diploma preferred.
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Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Interpersonal and communication skills.
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
Responsibilities
Principle Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provides continuous observation and documentation for patients at risk for self-harm, elopement, or injury, as delegated by the RN. These include patients that are suicidal, high fall risk, exhibiting threatening behaviors or experiencing symptoms of dementia or confusion, etc. Under no circumstances is a patient on continuous observation to be left unattended. Visual contact at all times must be maintained.
- Calls out for assistance and/or utilizes call light for assistance in de-escalating patient and addressing at-risk behaviors. Instructs patient to remain in bed or chair at all times until assistance arrives.
- Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance to the RN.
- Follows safety checklists as appropriate and assists with ensuring an ongoing safe environment for a patient on continuous observation.
- Assists with documenting adherence to safety checks as directed by the RN.
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- Follows hospital policies to prevent the transmission of infections.
- Sets up patient room with appropriate signage and PPE supplies.
- Observes donning and doffing of PPE for all personnel entering and exiting the patient room.
- Maintain record of all colleagues entering and exiting the patient room.
- Assures equipment is cleaned and maintained per policy between patient encounters.
- Assists with coordinating movement of a COVID-19 positive or presumptive positive patient.
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- Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
- Meets punctuality and attendance expectations.
- Uses designated lines of communication and authority.
- Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.
- Interacts with patient/visitors and others in a courteous and respectful manner.
- May serve as an entrance screener or in other safety-related roles as directed by supervisor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Patient Safety Monitor position at mhsil?
The salary for this Patient Safety Monitor role at mhsil is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Patient Safety Monitor position at mhsil located?
This Patient Safety Monitor role at mhsil is based in Decatur, IL, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Patient Safety Monitor role at mhsil full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Patient Safety Monitor role in the Support Services department at mhsil.
Which team or department does the Patient Safety Monitor at mhsil belong to?
This Patient Safety Monitor position is part of the Support Services department at mhsil. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Patient Safety Monitor position at mhsil?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to mhsil's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Patient Safety Monitor job at mhsil posted?
This Patient Safety Monitor position at mhsil was posted on May 27, 2026. Apply as soon as possible ā early applications are often reviewed first.
Patient Safety Monitor
mhsil
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