Patient Observer (Part Time, 11a-11p)
Simpsonville, SC 
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Job Description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Assumes responsibility for constant observation and ensures patient's safety while actively preventing self-harm or harm to others. Assists with meeting limited patient needs under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.

Accountabilities

  • Provides constant 1:1 observation of assigned patient. Documents and reports any risks, changes or problems observed according to policy in order to prevent self-harm and harm to others. 30%

  • When observing patients at risk for self-harm, completes safety sweeps as per policy. 15%

  • Ensures the patient is not unattended and notifies/engages assistance from unit staff and/or Security if patient tries to leave the floor. 15%

  • Gives and receives hand-off communication (report) regarding patient assigned to observe. 15%

  • While maintaining constant patient observation will assist with task of meeting patient's needs with turning and positioning, patient centered diversional activities, feeding, ambulation, patient transfers and transports. 15%

  • When observing patients at risk for self-harm, is in attendance of patient at all times including, bathing, toileting, and sleeping. 10%

Minimum Qualifications

Education - High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience - No previous experience required

Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Required Licensure

None required

CNA or PCT certification preferred.

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Location

Hillcrest/Simpsonville Medical Campus

Facility

1003 Hillcrest Hospital

Department

10039251 Sitters/Observers

Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.

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Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Assumes responsibility for constant observation and ensures patient's safety while actively preventing self-harm or harm to others. Assists with meeting limited patient needs under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.

Accountabilities

  • Provides constant 1:1 observation of assigned patient. Documents and reports any risks, changes or problems observed according to policy in order to prevent self-harm and harm to others. 30%

  • When observing patients at risk for self-harm, completes safety sweeps as per policy. 15%

  • Ensures the patient is not unattended and notifies/engages assistance from unit staff and/or Security if patient tries to leave the floor. 15%

  • Gives and receives hand-off communication (report) regarding patient assigned to observe. 15%

  • While maintaining constant patient observation will assist with task of meeting patient's needs with turning and positioning, patient centered diversional activities, feeding, ambulation, patient transfers and transports. 15%

  • When observing patients at risk for self-harm, is in attendance of patient at all times including, bathing, toileting, and sleeping. 10%

Minimum Qualifications

Education - High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience - No previous experience required

Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Required Licensure

None required

CNA or PCT certification preferred.

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Location

Hillcrest/Simpsonville Medical Campus

Facility

1003 Hillcrest Hospital

Department

10039251 Sitters/Observers

Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.

 

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