Observer

Naphcare, Inc. • Wetumpka, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a PRN Observer to join its medical team at the Alabama Department of Corrections - Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Alabama. The Observer works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals to support individuals in residence in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The role helps provide quality healthcare while protecting patients’ rights, dignity, and health, including for patients with complex medical needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
• A background check, security clearance, and drug screening are required.
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients up to 50 pounds, bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one, direct observation of patients at risk of self-injury or suicide.
• Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional, conduct observational rounds on suicide watch and/or in select behavioral health settings.
• Reliably document and communicate observations of patients on suicide watch and/or housed in behavioral health units.
• Perform crisis intervention and de-escalation as indicated.
• Monitor patients and promote prosocial behavior.
• Participate in unit treatment team planning.
• Document critical incidents and treatment progress in patients’ medical records at the discretion of the supervisor.
• Participate in unit morning reports and regular unit staff meetings.
• May facilitate community meetings.
• Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one for full-time employees.
• Prescriptions free of charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED