Patient Safety Specialist assists in the development and implementation of patient safety programs. Gathers data detailing patient-related errors and conducts analysis for management detailing the cause of the error. Being a Patient Safety Specialist recommends changes, policies, or programs that could prevent future errors. Gives presentations and training programs meant to increase awareness of patient safety initiatives. Additionally, Patient Safety Specialist tests patient-safety knowledge of employees and recommends changes to training programs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Patient Safety Specialist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Patient Safety Specialist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a full-time Mental Health Specialist / Safety to join us in our Inpatient Mental Health Unit.
This position offers four 10-hour shifts per week.
Our Mental Health Specialist / Safety is responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment for patients experiencing emotional disturbance.
Also assists with the specialized patient care needs of each individual patient using principles of adult development and knowledge of psychopathology.
Responsibilities :
Initiate debriefing sessions and provide feedback to staff after seclusion and restraint situations and any crisis situation.
Assess for changes in patient behavior that may require a 1 : 1 interaction to provide early intervention Document patient encounters in medical record / progress note May engage / encourage patients to participate in a safety related group / activity May assist with Mental Health Hearing process based on staffing needs May meet and greet ambulance personnel bringing admissions.
Assure commitment documentation is complete. Monitor visiting hour activity assuring no visiting takes place in patient rooms, no contraband is passed off by visitors to patients, and milieu remains calm.
Monitor the milieu for any safety concerns or risks Provide assistance as requested to clinical staff in the care and safety of patients, staff or visitors.
Respond to all Condition M calls in a professional manner with respect to age-specific guidelines and competencies. Provide trainings in safety issues specific to the needs of the units based on specific need of patients and staff.
Assist in investigating reports of incidents to include patient related issues, and any other areas considered to be of importance in the day-to-day operation of the unit.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Last updated : 2024-04-10
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