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Patient Attendant Emergency Department

Ascension Health

Saint Johns, FLPer Diem$16.89–19.82/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$16.89–19.82/hr
Location
Saint Johns, FL
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Patient Attendant in the Emergency Department maintains an active bedside presence to support patient safety, offers reassurance and de-escalation, removes visible hazards, and reports environmental issues and changes in patient condition to the supervising RN. The role is at Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns Hospital in St. Johns, Florida, and is scheduled PRN. A high school diploma equivalency or one year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience is required; listed certifications are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient SafetyDe-EscalationBehavioral Observation

Qualifications

High School Diploma or 1 Year Applicable ExperienceBLS ProviderCrisis Prevention Certification

Benefits

401(k) Match

Full job description

Your future role at a glance

  • Location: St. Johns, FL

  • Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns Hospital

  • Schedule: PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

  • Maintain an uninterrupted, active presence at the patient's bedside to ensure direct oversight and immediate safety.

  • Offer empathetic reassurance and gentle de-escalation for individuals experiencing distress, agitation, or confusion.

  • Proactively remove visible hazards or faulty equipment from the room and report environmental issues immediately.

  • Accurately record behavioral observations and report any changes in patient condition directly to the supervising RN.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

  • Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention preferred.

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Retirement: 403(b) plan

  • Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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Min Salary: 16.89

Max Salary 19.82

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