Patient Observer - PD - All - Patient Care Resources @ MV
El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: one built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care.
About the role
The Patient Observer is responsible for providing constant patient observation under the direction of a registered nurse (RN). Observation may include more than one patient. The Patient Observer must be able to clearly see all patients for whom he/she is responsible at all times or conduct safety checks on patients under the direction of the RN when assigned to the Behavioral Health unit. The Patient Observer must uphold established ECH customer service standards at all times.
Responsibilities
- Provide constant patient observation under RN direction
- Conduct safety checks on patients in the Behavioral Health unit as directed by the RN
- Maintain clear visibility of all assigned patients at all times
- Uphold established customer service standards
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- One of the following:
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare
- ADN nursing student with successful completion of medical/surgical practicum
- EMT certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
- Current BLS certification
- For placement in the Behavioral Health Unit or Emergency Department:
- Volunteer or educational experience working with patients with mental illness
- Must attend non-violent crisis prevention training
- Able to walk up to 90% of shift
Skills
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology
- Excellent verbal, interactive, and listening skills
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate with other healthcare providers
Pay
$24.69 - $28.36 USD per hour
Physical Requirements
- Sedentary work: duties performed mostly while sitting; walking and standing at times
- Occasionally lift or carry up to 10 lbs
- Uses hands and fingers