Patient Safety Observer- Medical Telemetry- Per Diem
About The Position
The Patient Safety Observer works under the direct supervision of the department manager, clinical leader, or charge nurse to observe and monitor patients’ conditions. The observer provides patients who need supervision with compassionate, caring attention while helping ensure a safe environment. The position is per diem in the resource pool at Highland Park Hospital, with rotational day, evening, and night shifts and rotational weekend and holiday requirements. Work is performed under close supervision or according to specific procedures in a clinical environment, with unit- and patient-specific safety and infection-control precautions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Complete the Care Companion class, including on-the-job training, within two weeks of the position start date.
- CPR BLS certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Ability to read, exchange information with patients and others, and perform basic arithmetic.
- Basic analytical ability to understand simple instructions, enter information into logs, charts, and records, and maintain files.
- Basic communication skills to exchange factual information, understand and transmit instructions, and perform duties requiring basic communication.
- Patience and compassion, including the ability to listen to patients’ worries and concerns.
- Physical stamina to remain alert, awake, and attentive to patients regardless of assigned shift.
- Availability to work assigned shifts.
- Ability to lift and position patients and work in a confined area for two or more hours.
Responsibilities
- Observe and monitor patients’ conditions under the direct supervision of the department manager, clinical leader, or charge nurse.
- Provide compassionate, caring attention to patients who need supervision.
- Help ensure a safe environment for patients.
Benefits
- Eligibility for the Annual Incentive Plan for eligible positions.
- Premium pay, such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, for eligible positions.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
- Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
- Medical, dental, pet, and vision options.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Free parking.
- Wellness Program Savings Plan.
- Health Savings Account options.
- Retirement options with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Community involvement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
