Observer

NaphCare • Wetumpka, AL

14h • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a PRN Observer to work at the Alabama Department of Corrections’ Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Alabama. The Observer works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals in a controlled environment where security is a priority, supporting patients with complex medical needs. The role focuses on observing patients who may be at risk of self-injury or suicide and supporting quality healthcare that protects patients’ rights, dignity, and health.

The position includes evening shifts (2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.), night shifts (10:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m.), and weekend availability. It is subject to initial and ongoing security clearance, background-check, and drug-screening requirements. The posting lists benefits for full-time employees; it does not state that those benefits apply to this PRN role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
• Must complete a background check, security clearance, and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients weighing up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and 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 in select behavioral health settings.
• Reliably document and communicate observations of patients on suicide watch 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 supervisor’s discretion.
• 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

• For full-time employees: health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• For full-time employees: prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning on day one.
• For full-time employees: 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one.
• For full-time employees: tuition assistance.
• For full-time employees: referral bonuses.
• For full-time employees: term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• For full-time employees: generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• For full-time employees: continuing education and CMEs at no cost.
• The company states that it offers competitive salaries, generous employee benefits, and supports career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED