Patient Observer - Float Pool- Bayshore Per Diem-Day
About The Position
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. To provide a safe environment for patients who are on One to One Supervision for Suicide Precautions, Behavioral Restraints, Line of Sight or Patient Safety. Training will be provided as part of new hire orientation. Responsible for the safety of the Patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions. Provide frequent checks on patients that have a Patient Watch Order. Provide direction to patient to ensure that they do not fall or wander off. Record and Document patient behavior. Must be able to travel with patient when needed Other duties and/or projects as assigned Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Requirements
- High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
- The ability to stay mobile according to the patients' movement including the ability to stand for periods of time.
- Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required prior to performing patient observation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience in a hospital setting preferred.
- Experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT, Nurse Aide Training, or current Nursing/Psychology student are all preferred.
Responsibilities
- To provide a safe environment for patients who are on One to One Supervision for Suicide Precautions, Behavioral Restraints, Line of Sight or Patient Safety.
- Responsible for the safety of the Patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions.
- Provide frequent checks on patients that have a Patient Watch Order.
- Provide direction to patient to ensure that they do not fall or wander off.
- Record and Document patient behavior.
- Must be able to travel with patient when needed
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
