Continuous Observer-FT-Days

Kingman Regional Medical Center•Kingman, AZ

About The Position

Under the direction of a registered nurse, the Continuous Observer maintains continuous visual and close proximity contact with patients. Duties include in-room observation, providing basic comfort services, maintaining a safe environment, accompanying patients during transportation for tests or procedures, and documenting on appropriate forms. The role provides constant one-on-one observation for patients who are confused, may injure themselves or others, or display unpredictable or difficult-to-manage behavior. The employee responds promptly to patient needs within their training and requests assistance from appropriate staff as needed. The position also supports patient safety, dignity, privacy, and comfort, and completes required mobility training and other assigned duties. The job description applies to all KHI facilities; duties may change with or without notice.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Basic Life Support certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
Verbal communication skills, hearing, sight, and manual dexterity.
Ability to work comfortably with a diverse population and communicate with compassion.
Ability to communicate appropriately with a diverse population.
Ability to be exposed to patients with infectious diseases.
Ability to stand, walk, stretch, reach, and/or bend for 3–5 hours per day.
Ability to assist with moving an adult patient weighing up to 300 pounds.
Ability to sit and focus on patient observation for long periods, including an entire shift.
Ability to see and hear and to work in a stressful environment.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED preferred.
Previous experience working in a healthcare or customer service setting.

Responsibilities

Provide continuous one-on-one visual and proximal observation of assigned patients, including patients who are confused or at risk of injury to themselves or others.
Provide basic comfort services and respond promptly to patient needs within training, requesting assistance from appropriate staff when needed.
Set up meal trays and assist patients with feeding.
Lift and assist patients out of bed and with walking as needed.
Accompany patients during transportation for tests and procedures.
Use trained interventions to help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and prevent self-harm or injury.
Notify clinical staff of changes in a patient's status or appearance using appropriate resources and processes.
Remain with the patient at all times, including during emergencies.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation of patient behaviors and actions.
Respect patient rights, privacy, and dignity to the extent safely possible.
Comply with federal, state, organizational, and departmental policies and procedures.
Complete and maintain up-to-date mobility training, Health Stream modules, and other assigned training or orientation.
Perform other duties as assigned to support department and organizational effectiveness.