Safety Watch Monitor

NaphCare•Union Springs, AL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor to join our team of medical professionals in the Bullock Correctional Facility in Union Springs, Alabama. As a Correctional Safety Watch Monitor, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals who provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs. The Correctional Safety Watch Monitor plays a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirement.
A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.

Responsibilities

Conduct one-on-one, direct observation of patients at risk of self-injury or suicide.
Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional, conduct observational rounds on suicide watch and/or in select behavioral health settings.
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.
Participation in unit treatment team planning.
Documentation of critical incidents and treatment progress in patient’s medical record at the discretion of supervisor.
Participation in unit morning report and regular unit staff meetings.
May facilitate community meetings.
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Other duties as assigned by management.