Patient Observer| ED | 40 hours | Days

Brigham and Women's Hospital • Boston, MA

357d

About The Position

The Emergency Department is a Level I Adult, Pediatric and Burn Trauma Center. It spans the ground floor of 3 buildings and is divided into several areas, including pediatric and psychiatric areas. The ED Patient Observer provides constant observation for patients identified as a risk to themselves or others. The ED Patient Observer functions under the direction of the Registered Nurse and is responsible for providing specific care-related tasks in accordance with the individual needs of the patient, always maintaining patient confidentiality and information. All nursing care is provided by the Emergency department's nursing staff. When not observing patients, the ED Patient Observer may be asked to provide other ancillary activities such as escorting patients and families back to treatment area.

Requirements

• HS Diploma, GED or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

• Have recent experience, and/or training, in clinical patient care.
• Some college or associate degree preferred.
• Pre-med or pre-nursing students who are interested in gaining clinical experience before pursuing further education are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assures a safe care environment for assigned patients and notifies RN of any concerns.
• Receives nursing handoff at beginning of shift regarding reason for observation with specific important information.
• Provides/Receives handoffs to/from Observer and RN with each change of observer and RN.
• Observes patient for obvious changes in behavior and conditions including attempts to leave the ED and notifies responsible RN.
• Ensures patient is not pulling out any lines/tubes.
• Alerts the appropriate RN and PCA to assist when call light is triggered.
• Assists patient in the event of a fall and alerts and reports changes immediately to the responsible RN.
• Under the direction of the responsible RN: accompanies and assists patient when walking.
• Pushes patient in wheelchair.
• Engages patient in diversional activities.
• May assist non-behavioral patients with amenities such as providing blankets, food and drink, and assistance with wayfinding.

Benefits

• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends
• Full comprehensive benefits packet, inclusive of travel discounts, MBTA subsidy and health savings
• Employee Perks, Weekly pay, and 401K

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees