Patient Safety Observer

Hourly Pay Range $17.05 - $23.85. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Patient Safety Observer
• Location: Edward - Naperville
• Full Time: 36 hours per week
• Hours: Day Shift (7a to 7:00p) Rotating Every Other Weekend/Holiday

What You Will Need

• Education: High School diploma or GED
• Certification: Care Companion class completion, which includes on-the-job training, within two weeks of position start date
• CPR BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Experience & Skills

• Ability to read, to exchange information with patients and others, and/or to do basic arithmetic.
• Basic level of analytical ability to read and understand simple instructions, enter data into logs, charts, records, maintain files, etc.
• Basic level of communication skills to exchange information on factual matters, understand and transmit instructions, and perform other duties that require basic communication skills.
• Patience and compassion for such tasks as listening to patient worries & concerns.
• Physical stamina to remain alert, awake and attentive to patient, regardless of assigned shift.
• Must be available to work assigned shifts.
• Work is performed under close supervision or in accordance with specific and detailed instruction or procedures.
• Work is generally performed in a clinical environment where employee must adhere to unit and patient-specific safety and infection control precautions.
• Work requires the ability to lift and position patients, and the ability to work in a confined area for two or more hours.

What You Will Do

• Under direct supervision of the department manager, clinical leader or charge nurse, observes and monitors the condition of patients.
• Provides patients in need of supervision compassionate and caring attention while ensuring a safe environment.

Benefits (full-time Or Part-time Positions)

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career pathways to promote professional growth and development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities