Patient Observer, Sitters/Observers, FT, Day

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Job Summary

To assume responsibility for continuous patient observation(s) to ensure patient’s safety and provide daily patient care. Performs patient care activities for the pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient and other tasks to assist the nursing staff under the direction of the registered nurse.

Accountabilities

• Provides constant observation of assigned patients, documents and reports observations in order prevent self-harm or harm to others. Includes observation while bathing, toileting and sleeping. - 35%

• Notifies the assigned nurse immediately when pateint safety is in jeopardy or if there is a potential threat to patient, staff or visitor safety. - 20%

• Ensures the patient is not unattended and notifies/engages assistance from unit staff and\or security if patient attempts to leave the floor. - 15%

• Gives and receives hand-off communication (report) regarding assigned patient. - 15%

• Accompanies patients at risk for self-harm if they must leave the floor for testing and remains in close proximity. - 10%

• Completes safety sweeps per policy. - 5%

Minimum Qualifications

• Education - High school diploma or equivalent OR highest degree earned

• Experience - No previous experience required

Required Licensures - None required

Other Required Skills/Experience -

Must possess the knowledge and skills to care for patients; other training as required by department.

C.N.A. or P.C.T. certification preferred

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

5 Medical Park Rd Richland

Facility

1510 Richland Hospital

Department

15109251 Sitters/Observers

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