Patient Safety Monitor - Methodist Nursing Float

Carle Health•Peoria, IL

About The Position

The Patient Safety Monitor provides additional assistance to keep identified patients safe from self-harm. The role directly observes identified patients throughout the assigned shift, helps maintain a safe environment, supports routine activities, and coordinates with nursing staff and other hospital personnel. The monitor follows and documents patient safety protocols, including elopement precautions, and promptly reports observations and changes in patient behavior to the assigned RN. The position is part of Carle Health’s Methodist Nursing Float. Carle Health describes a workplace focused on valuing and empowering team members and supporting patients and communities across central and southeastern Illinois. The compensation range is $15.00 to $24.32 per hour; actual compensation depends on factors including experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, with details available on the company’s benefits website.

Responsibilities

Ensure the patient's safety by providing a safe environment.
Directly observe identified patient(s) at all times during the assigned shift.
Promote diversionary activities as necessary.
Remove items from the patient's room or surroundings that are potentially dangerous.
Ensure implementation of patient safety protocols, including elopement precautions.
Maintain the patient's privacy and confidentiality.
Assist the patient with routine activities.
Assist the patient with meal selection, as appropriate.
Assist with meal tray setup if there are no restrictions.
Answer the patient's phone.
Notify nursing staff when the patient needs assistance with activities such as toileting or ambulation.
Coordinate care with appropriate hospital personnel.
Consult with the Lead RN or assigned RN, Security, and other staff as needed.
Report oral intake to the assigned RN.
Report observations about the patient and the patient's behavior to the assigned RN.
Report changes in patient behavior to nursing staff in a timely manner.
Ensure safety protocols are used according to policy.
Document implementation of appropriate safety protocols.
Document proof of observation and other protocols on the flow sheet.