Patient Observer, Sitters/Observers, Full-Time, Night

About the role

Assumes responsibility for constant observation and ensures patient's safety while actively preventing self-harm or harm to others. Assists with meeting limited patient needs under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.

Essential Functions

• Provides constant 1:1 observation of assigned patient.
• Documents and reports any risks, changes or problems observed according to policy in order to prevent self-harm and harm to others.
• Completes safety sweeps as per policy when observing patients at risk for self-harm.
• Ensures the patient is not unattended and notifies/engages assistance from unit staff and/or Security if patient tries to leave the floor.
• Gives and receives hand-off communication (report) regarding patient assigned to observe.
• Maintains constant patient observation to assist with tasks such as turning and positioning, patient-centered diversional activities, feeding, ambulation, patient transfers and transports.
• Is in attendance of patient at all times including, bathing, toileting, and sleeping when observing patients at risk for self-harm.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education - High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience - No previous experience required. Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Certifications, Registrations, Licenses - CNA or PCT certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

NA

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Location

Blount Memorial Hospital

Facility

8001 Blount Memorial Hospital, Inc.

Department

80019251 Sitters/Observers

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