Observation Aide - FT - Non-Nursing Floats Trenton NJ

Essential Functions

• Ensures constant attendance throughout shift for assigned patient.
• Ensures patient is visible at all times.
• Ensures patient is within reaching distance at all times including during bathroom and shower use and during visiting hours.
• Keeps company with patient and helps with eating and other difficult tasks for the patient.
• Removes dangerous items from patient as directed by registered nurse.
• Accompanies patient transport to testing areas.
• Reports accurately what the patient eats and drinks to nurse and clears areas as needed.
• Adapts willingly to changing department demands.
• Remains flexible in staffing patterns and assignments.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• One year of previous work experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Standing, Walking, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion.
• Occasional physical demands include: Sitting, Talk or Hear.
• Continuous physical demands include: Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs., Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements

• Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing.

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks

• Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Extreme Temperatures, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Extreme Noise Levels, Dust/Particulate Matter.

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Prescription Plan
• Vision Plan
• Retail Savings and Investment Plan
• Pension Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Vacation
• Sick Time
• Holiday

Pay Range

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.