Patient Observer, Float Pool, 32hr, Nights, 11:00p-7:30a

UMass Memorial Health•Leominster, MA

6d•$15 - $21

About The Position

The Patient Safety Observer provides continuous safety observation for assigned patients, with the primary goal of ensuring patient safety and comfort. As part of the care team, the observer may support activities of daily living, including ambulating, feeding, and repositioning patients as directed by nursing. When appropriate, the observer may engage patients in casual conversation or activities such as cards, coloring books, and games. Care must be documented and communicated to the designated staff member, and concerns must be reported immediately to the licensed clinical charge person. This is a float position assigned to areas according to patient needs. When not observing a patient, the observer may perform other ancillary tasks as directed by the nursing supervisor, such as making beds, stocking, or assisting with patient transport. The position is scheduled for 32 hours per week on the night shift, 11:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., with every other weekend and every other holiday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CPR certification within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain good interpersonal skills; introduce yourself to patients and consistently show respect, empathy, and care toward patients and their families.
Observe patients for suicidal or violent behavior, remain close enough to keep them in view at all times, and maintain safety during bathroom use and transport to other departments.
Monitor visitors to prevent unsafe materials, including weapons, illicit drugs, or sharps, from being shared with patients.
Conduct and document 15-minute checks unless otherwise directed.
Monitor more than one patient when deemed appropriate by the licensed staff in charge.
Follow the directions of the nurse in charge.
Transport patients when directed by licensed staff in charge.
When not observing a patient, perform ancillary activities as directed by the nursing supervisor, such as making beds, stocking, or assisting with patient transport.
Work in a float position and accept assignments in areas with patient needs.
Maintain patient dignity and advocate for patients.
Support patient activities of daily living, such as ambulating, feeding, and repositioning, as directed by nursing.
Engage patients, when appropriate, in conversation or activities such as cards, coloring books, and games.
Document care, communicate through report with the designated staff member, and immediately report concerns to the licensed clinical charge person.