Patient Observer-Riverview-Float-Per Diem-Days

Hackensack Meridian Health • Red Bank, NJ

10d

About The Position

The Patient Observer provides a safe environment for patients requiring one-to-one supervision for suicide precautions, behavioral restraints, line of sight, or patient safety. The observer works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and receives training during new-hire orientation. The role requires working with patients under isolation precautions, keeping up with patients’ movements, and traveling with patients when needed. This is a per-diem, day-shift position at Riverview.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, and/or equivalent GED program.
• Ability to stay mobile according to patients’ movement, including standing for periods of time.
• Ability to work in situations involving isolation precautions.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required before performing patient observation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in a hospital setting.
• Experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT, or Nurse Aide.
• Current Nursing or Psychology student.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for patients on one-to-one supervision for suicide precautions, behavioral restraints, line of sight, or patient safety.
• Maintain patient safety under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Work in situations involving isolation precautions.
• Perform frequent checks on patients with a Patient Watch Order.
• Direct patients to help prevent falls or wandering.
• Record and document patient behavior.
• Travel with patients when needed.
• Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

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