Observation Aide II-32 hour Night E/O weekend & holiday

Sturdy Memorial Hospital • Attleboro, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides constant observation of patients in person who are in need of supervision because of possible danger to self and/or others; change in mental status (confusion) that may place the patient at risk for injury and/or interferes with the effectiveness of medical/surgical equipment.

Requirements

• Able to follow directions.
• Demonstrates dependability, punctuality and flexibility.
• Successfully completes class on role and responsibilities.
• Command of verbal and written English
• Must visibly demonstrate commitment to customer service by providing timely, positive responses to the needs of all customers including patients, families, co-workers and staff.
• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Completion of Hospital Orientation / Observation Aide Orientation and Avasys Orientation.
• Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.
• Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to licensed staff in the application/removal of restraints
• Performs patient assistance such as ambulation and mobilization activities safely.
• Recognize patient emergency situations and respond in an appropriate manner.
• Provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients via Avasys.
• Will verbally re-direct patients from engaging in risk behaviors
• Demonstrates knowledge of operational competency of the Avasys Monitoring System

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED