PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT (PART TIME)
Job Summary
Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.
Essential Duties and 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 positioning and ambulation.
- 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.
- Arranges coverage around meal break times with nurse and informs nurse prior to leaving patient for any reason.
- Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.
- Assists with calming and/or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
- Assists in keeping patient's room safe and orderly.
- Accompanies patient when diagnostic testing is required.
- Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, etc.
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.
Perks
- Willing to train!
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
About the Role
Note: online applications accepted only.
Schedule: Part time schedule; Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.
Requirement: Prior patient observation and healthcare experience preferred.
Benefits
- Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
About TouchPoint
If serving others is in your blood and you thrive on helping people heal, TouchPoint is the place for you!
We are part of Compass Healthcare, where we care deeply for people, build belonging, and serve with detail, quality, and excellence to set the stage for healing. We empower and uplift each other, grow in our careers, and have fun while supporting the mission to improve the health of the poor and vulnerable.
Company Information
- About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
- Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.
- Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
- Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Contact Information
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position.
For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Touchpoint.pdf
About TouchPoint: Address: St Vincent Kokomo - 1907 West Sycamore Street, Kokomo, IN 46901.
Disclaimer: This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.