HUC/Clinical Patient Safety Attendant

Ridgeview Medical Center
United States, Minnesota, Chaska
Feb 19, 2026
This is a dual role with 36 hours as a HUC and 12 hours as a Clinical Patient Safety Attendant. HUC shifts are 12 hours from 7:00am-7:30pm Purpose of HUC Job This position is responsible for assisting staff in the coordination of intra-and inter-departmental activities and communication. Assists with patient-related activities under the supervision of the RN. Purpose of Clinical Patient Safety Attendant Job This position is responsible for continuous monitoring of the patient at the bedside to assure patient safety when the patient is a suicide risk or is at risk of harming themselves by pulling lines, falling, wandering, and other behaviors. HUC Job Functions Facilitates physician orders. Communicates pertinent information regarding unit/department activities to appropriate staff. Processes admission, transfers, discharges and schedules appointments. Restocks and orders supplies for unit/area. Completes assigned clerical responsibilities. Performs support functions for management staff as required. Maintains the flow of the department by coordinating care of the patient between other departments. Demonstrates competencies in the specialty area of Emergency. Provides professional and courteous customer service to internal and external customers. Performs other duties as assigned Clinical Patient Safety Attendant Job Functions Remains at patient's bedside giving continuous observation and intervention under the direction of the RN. Provides cares/interventions such as verbal redirection and orientation; hand holding; diversion activities such as imagery, storytelling, reading, game playing, towel folding, etc.; feeding and fluids; assisting to toilet, ambulate, and reposition; assisting patient to not pull on tubes, lines, etc. Documents patient behaviors, cares, interventions, and patient response. Performs other duties as assigned. Accompanies patient and ensures patient safety during transportation, testing, and procedures occurring away from the patient's normal environment. Performs room assessment regularly and after any visitations Minimum Education/Work Experience High School Diploma or equivalent Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above Strong communication and listening skills Knowledge of basic computer functions Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations Ability to work autonomously and as a team Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem-solving skills Ability to work and multi-task in a high stress and fast paced environment Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above License/Certifications Current Healthcare Provider or CPR certification obtained within 90-days of hire BLS certification within 60 days of employment Preferred Qualifications Completion of Health Unit Coordinator course Previous HUC experience Experience in hospital setting Knowledge of medical terminology Direct patient care experience Nursing Assistant Certification or EMT certification HUC Physical Demands Link to Employee Health Physical Demands CPSA Physical Demands Link to Employee Health Physical Demands Compensation Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials. Benefits Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.