Patient Observation Assistant

About the role

Responsible for providing patient visual and audible observation, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Tasks include monitoring patient behavior, remaining bedside, redirecting at-risk behaviors, and promptly reporting any concerning or dangerous situations to nursing staff. Performs safety checks, assists with patient calming, reorientation, and basic needs like meal setup and ambulation under RN direction. Maintains a clean, safe environment, participates in shift hand-offs, and responds swiftly to emergencies. Demonstrates professionalism, follows hospital policies, maintains confidentiality, and collaborates with staff to ensure quality care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned patients visually and audibly at all times
• Remain at bedside unless relieved
• Report safety issues or behaviors to nursing staff
• Assist with patient mobility and basic needs
• Participate in hand-offs and emergency response
• Follow department policies and confidentiality regulations

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful background and medical screening
• CPR/BLS certification (training provided)
• Ability to read and understand written English
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Work environment involves prolonged standing, walking, handling up to 50 lbs, and exposure to airborne particles. Reasonable accommodations are available for disabilities.