Patient Safety Assistant Job at Henry Ford Health, Clinton Township, MI

  • Henry Ford Health
  • Clinton Township, MI

Job Description



At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description



GENERAL SUMMARY: The Patient Safety Assistant (PSA) will provide a safe environment for the patient under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Tasks include patient observation, assisting with feeding, bathing, toileting, ambulating, engaging in activities that the patient enjoys i.e. reading, playing cards, etc., and companionship. The PSA will maintain a commitment to the philosophy, mission, and values of the Henry Ford Health System (HFHS). The PSA working the monitor will recognize and report any changes observed to the RN per protocol. 

~This is for a contingent midnight shift

Qualifications



EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset.
  • Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient changes.
  • Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.
  • Basic computer operation skills.
  • Efficiency in multitasking.
  • Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

  • Successful completion of BLS Heartsaver during orientation.

Job Tags

Part time, Night shift

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