Patient Safety Observer - Full-time Evenings Haverhill

Lawrence General Hospital • Haverhill, MA

33d • $16 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

To provide a safe and comfortable environment for those patients at risk of harming themselves or others.

Requirements

• Education: High School graduate or equivalent.
• Licensure/Certification: BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide rounds / observation for one (1) to three (3) patients requiring observation for safety, section twelve (12), falls on the same unit and/or the Emergency Department.
• Provide one-to-one observations on suicidal patients and others as assigned.
• Perform patient assistance with ambulation and mobilization activities safely, including but not limited to assisting patients out of and returning to bed/chair primarily for bathroom privileges.
• Assist with patient repositioning to provide maximum comfort and safety.
• Assist in preparing patient and meal tray for patients as directed by RN. Does not feed patients.
• Recognize patient emergency situations and respond appropriately.
• Provide assistance to licensed staff in the application and release of various restraints.
• Acquire pertinent patient information from licensed staff. Communicate patient information and needs to licensed staff and other team members, including alarms.
• Document on the appropriate Hand off Communication Tool in a clear, concise, complete, accurate and legible manner.
• Maintain infection prevention standards during all activities.
• Follow hospital policies including, but not limited to, bed/chair exit alarms, emergency preparedness, fall prevention and safe patient handling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees