PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

About the role

Crothall Healthcare is seeking immediate full-time and part-time PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANTS. The position is located at LVHN Hazelton, 700 East Broad Street, Hazleton, PA 18201. Online applications are accepted only.

Responsibilities

• Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patient's condition and behavior at all times.
• Completes observation reports at established intervals.
• Takes initiative in compassionately rendering service or responding to needs.
• Interacts hospitably, cheerfully, and supportively with staff, patients, visitors, and work colleagues.
• Remains at the bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors.
• Sets up patient's meal tray and assists with basic positioning of patient; assists with patient wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe by assigned staff nurse.
• Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance, control, or other nursing interventions, or exhibits unusual behavior or verbalizations.
• Immediately reports any potentially dangerous behavior or concerning conversations to the nurse.
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.
• Arranges coverage around meal break times with nurse and informs nurse prior to leaving patient for any reason.
• Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, etc.
• Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Honors department's attendance, break, behavior, dress, personal hygiene, and safety codes.
• Honors all confidentiality and other regulatory requirements.
• Accepts and absorbs department and hospital education programs.
• Assists other associates as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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. Requires bending, stooping, reaching up, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• One to two years of previous experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Pet Insurance
• Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Commuter Benefits
• Legal Services

Pay

Fixed Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Schedule

Full time & part time schedules. Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.