Patient Observer| MGH-Emergency Department

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$18 - $24•Onsite

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. Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a risk to themselves or others. Responsible for providing care related tasks in accordance with the individual needs of the patient, maintaining patient confidentiality and following hospital guidelines.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
some healthcare experience 0-1 year preferred
Ability to remain alert for extended periods of time.
Ability to verbally calm patients.
Ability to perform calmly and quickly in stressful situations.
Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

Maintain constant observation of patient.
Document the care of patient under observation.
Keep nurse informed of changes in the patient's condition.
Assists patient in the event of a fall.
Receives and provides detailed handoff information from/to staff regarding the patient and their status.
Assists with feeding patient (s) as directed by the RN.