Patient Observation Assistant

2 months ago

Evanston, Illinois, United States Compass Group Careers Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Patient Observation Assistant to join our team at Compass Group Careers. As a Patient Observation Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.
  • Complete observation reports at established intervals.
  • Take initiative in compassionately rendering service or responding to needs, interacting hospitably, cheerfully, and supportively with staff, patients, visitors, and work colleagues.
  • Remain at the bedside of assigned patients at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
  • Verbally redirect patients from engaging in at-risk behaviors.
  • Seek help or advice as soon as possible when patients appear to be in medical distress or pose a threat, and escalate to assigned medical professionals.
  • Participate in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues, ensuring the patient environment is safe and reporting any safety hazards to the charge nurse.
  • Assist in calming and/or reorienting patients in cases of agitation or confusion.
  • Assist with keeping patients' rooms safe and orderly.
  • Accompany patients when diagnostic testing is required.
  • Immediately summon nursing staff if patients require assistance, control, or other nursing interventions, or exhibit unusual behavior or verbalizations.
  • Participate in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on the unit and upon completion of shift assignment.
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
  • Current CPR AED or basic life Support healthcare provider (BLS-HCP) certification required within 30 days of hire, if required at the facility.
  • Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods, requiring bending, stooping, reaching up, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • One to two years of previous experience is preferred.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Comprehensive training and onboarding program.

Compass Group Careers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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