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PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT (FULL TIME)
PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT (FULL TIME)Crothall Healthcare • Rapid City, SD, US
PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT (FULL TIME)

PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT (FULL TIME)

Crothall Healthcare • Rapid City, SD, US
29 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

  • We are hiring immediately for a full time PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT position.
  • Location : Monument Health Patient Observation - 353 Fairmont Boulevard, Rapid City, SD 57701. Note : online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule : Full time schedule. Days may vary, 6 : 00 am to 2 : 30 pm; more details upon interview.
  • Requirement : No experience is necessary.
  • Fixed Pay Rate : $18.00 per hour

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. Join a culture of opportunity with Crothall Healthcare. Our careers are filled with purpose and empower you to transform healthcare experiences. Take a look for yourself at the Power of Clean!

Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Healthcare sector that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall is the market leader in Environmental Services (EVS), and many of the almost 1,300 accounts it serves are recognized as U.S. News & World Report ranked Top Hospitals and Health Systems. Crothall has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work, and Best Place to Work in Pennsylvania, since 2013. Crothall has almost 30,000 dedicated team members across its core services, which include : Environmental Services, Patient Transportation, Patient Observation, Facilities Management, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Ambulatory Services, and Sterile Processing.

Job Summary

Summary : Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patient's condition and behavior at all times.
  • Completes observation reports at established interval.
  • Takes initiative in compassionately rendering service or responding to needs. Interacts hospitably, cheerfully and supportively with staff, patients, visitors and work colleagues.
  • Remains at the bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
  • Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors.
  • Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
  • Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment is safe; reports any safety hazards to the charge nurse. Removes visible hazards and reports as appropriate.
  • Assists in calming and / or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
  • Assists with keeping patient's room safe and orderly.
  • Accompanies patient when diagnostic testing is required.
  • Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance, control, or other nursing interventions, or exhibits unusual behavior or verbalizations. Immediately reports any potentially dangerous behavior or concerning conversations to the nurse.
  • Participates in hand-off of pertinent information / behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment. Arranges coverage around meal break times with nurse and informs nurse prior to leaving patient for any reason.
  • Assists patient with ordering dietary tray and setting up of patient's meal tray; assists with basic positioning of patient; assists with patient wheelchair rides and / or ambulation if patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe by assigned staff nurse.
  • Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, etc.
  • Accepts suggestions and direction from supervisors and hospital staff.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures. Honors department's attendance, break, behavior, dress, personal hygiene, and safety codes.
  • Honors all confidentiality and other regulatory requirements.
  • Accepts and absorbs department and hospital education program.
  • Assists other associates as necessary. Responds to direction as provided.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required
  • Current CPR AED or basic life Support healthcare provider (BLS-HCP) certification required within 30 days of hire, if required at the facility.
  • Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods. Requires bending, stooping, reaching up, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • One to two years of previous experience is preferred.
  • BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

  • Full-time and part-time positions  are offered the following benefits : Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
  • Full-time positions also offer  the following benefits to associates : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance / AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

    Crothall is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

    Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    Application Deadline : applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

    Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace.

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