Patient Safety Observer - NOT REMOTE NIGHT SHIFT
Position SummaryThe Patient Safety Observer is responsible for providing continuous monitoring of patients to promote patient safety and prevent harm.Essential Functions
- Maintain constant visual observation of multiple patients simultaneously
- Monitor patients for safety risks based on nurse-driven indications
- Verbally redirect patients with a digital 2-way audio device located in patient rooms
- Notify staff if patients require assistance using proper etiquette and escalation protocols
- Confirm patient information throughout all interactions
- Document all interactions with patients and clinical staff including patient and nurse introductions
- Demonstrate proficiency with variety of technology platforms
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Experience in patient care preferred
- Experience with medical terminology preferred
- Technical proficiency of computer software applications
- Extreme attention to detail