Constant Observer (Sitter, Patient Observation) | 36 hours per week | Nursing Administration

Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center•West Burlington, IA

About The Position

The Patient Sitter/Observer provides continuous observation of patients at risk for falls, self-harm, elopement, or other safety concerns. The role helps maintain a safe environment and promptly reports changes in patient condition or behavior to nursing staff. Working under the direction of an RN, the observer supports patient care plans and remains engaged and vigilant throughout shifts. The position may also serve as a Tele-Sitter Monitor Technician, using remote video monitoring technology to observe patients and alert staff to potential safety risks. This position is scheduled for 36 hours per week, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., every other weekend. Minimum hiring wage starts at $16.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.
MOAB training within 180 days of hire, then every 2 years.
Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification from the American Heart Association within 180 days; required.
Iowa Mandatory Reporter training for child abuse through the Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 days; required.
Iowa Mandatory Reporter training for dependent adult abuse through the Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 days; required.
Knowledge of customer and personal service principles, including assessing customer needs, meeting service quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including word meanings and spelling, composition, and grammar.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance, individual differences, learning and motivation, psychological research methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Awareness of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Giving full attention to others, understanding their points, asking appropriate questions, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Monitoring and assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective action.
Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
Using logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Ability to see details at close range, within a few feet.
Ability to communicate information and ideas verbally so others understand.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Ability to listen to and understand spoken information and ideas.
Ability to identify and understand another person’s speech.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe patients to ensure their safety and the safety of staff.
Observe patients’ conditions and behavior and report changes to professional staff.
Clean and straighten patients’ rooms.
Assist with turning and repositioning patients to help prevent pressure ulcers.
Use bed and chair alarms appropriately for fall prevention.
Document activities accurately and promptly on the frequent observation flow sheet documentation tool.
When serving as a Tele-Sitter Monitor Technician, use remote video monitoring technology to observe patients and alert staff to potential safety risks.

Benefits

Matching retirement programs
Health, dental, and vision plans
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee discounts, including car rental and cell-phone plans
Employer-paid long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Education Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Discounted cafeteria meals
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Service Recognition program
Voluntary plans including life, AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity