Safety Watch Monitor (PRN)

NaphCare•Springville, AL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor (PRN) to work at St. Clair Correctional Facility in Springville, Alabama. The role works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals to support patients with complex medical needs in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The position contributes to NaphCare’s mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of its patient population. Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional, the Safety Watch Monitor observes patients at risk of self-injury or suicide, documents and communicates observations, and supports patients in suicide-watch or selected behavioral health settings. The role may also involve crisis intervention, de-escalation, treatment-team participation, meetings, and other duties assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
Must meet initial and ongoing security clearance requirements; a background check, security clearance, and drug screening are required.
Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

Conduct one-on-one direct observation of patients at risk of self-injury or suicide.
Conduct observational rounds on suicide watch and/or in selected behavioral health settings under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional.
Reliably document and communicate observations of patients on suicide watch and/or housed in behavioral health units.
Perform crisis intervention and de-escalation as indicated.
Monitor patients and promote prosocial behavior.
Participate in unit treatment-team planning.
Document critical incidents and treatment progress in patients’ medical records at the supervisor’s discretion.
Participate in unit morning reports and regular unit staff meetings.
May facilitate community meetings.
Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.