Patient Observer

Overview

The Patient Observer provides constant observation for patients identified as a risk to themselves or others. The Patient Observer functions under the direction of the Registered Nurse and is responsible for providing specific care-related tasks in accordance with the individual needs of the patient, maintaining patient confidentiality and information at all times. All nursing care is provided by the nursing staff.

When not observing patients, the Patient Observer may be asked to provide other ancillary activities such as escorting patients and families back to the treatment area.

• Provide constant observation for patients identified as a risk to themselves or others.
• Work under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Assist with specific care-related tasks in accordance with individual patient needs while maintaining confidentiality.
• Escort patients and families back to the treatment area when not observing patients.

• Education/Training: A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certifications:
  
  CPI preferred;
  American Heart Association/American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Work Experience:
  
  Related healthcare experience preferred.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity.

We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.