Patient Observer| MGH- Emergency Department
Mass General BrighamAbout the role
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
The Emergency Department is a Level I Adult, Pediatric and Burn Trauma Center. It spans the ground floor of 3 buildings and is divided into several areas, including pediatric and psychiatric areas.
Schedule
• 24 hours a week | (2) 12-hour shifts
• Days | 7 am – 7 pm
• Rotational holiday and weekend schedule requirement
Job Summary
Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a risk to themselves or others. Responsible for providing care related tasks in accordance with the individual needs of the patient, maintaining patient confidentiality and following hospital guidelines.Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Maintain constant observation of patient.
-Document the care of patient under observation.
-Keep nurse informed of changes in the patient's condition.
-Assists patient in the event of a fall.
-Receives and provides detailed handoff information from/to staff regarding the patient and their status.
-Assists with feeding patient (s) as directed by the RN.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
some healthcare experience 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to remain alert for extended periods of time.
- Ability to verbally calm patients.
- Ability to perform calmly and quickly in stressful situations.
- Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
267 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly
Grade
2
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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