Patient Safety Observer - Nights - ED

Endeavor Health•Elmhurst, IL

3d•$17 - $24•Onsite

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 role provides compassionate, caring attention to patients who need supervision and helps ensure a safe environment. This is a full-time position in the Emergency Department in Elmhurst, working 36 hours per week on a schedule listed as 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with every other weekend and holiday rotated.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Complete the Care Companion class, including on-the-job training, within two weeks of the position start date.
Current 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 data 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.
Ability to follow specific and detailed instructions or procedures and work under close supervision.
Ability to adhere to unit- and patient-specific safety and infection-control precautions in a clinical environment.

Responsibilities

Observe and monitor patients’ conditions under direct supervision.
Provide compassionate and caring attention to patients who need supervision.
Help ensure a safe environment for patients.

Benefits

Premium pay, such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, based on the employee’s job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
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.