Patient Care Observer

Job Description

Job Description

Full time day position available. (7A-7P)

Under the directions and supervision of professional and practical nursing staff, performs routine duties in caring for and ensuring the safety of patients.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Observes assigned patients and documents observations according to policy.
• Performs related work as required.
• Documents and maintains data or patient’s record.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment.
• Acts as a patient advocate.
• Cooperates as a member of the nursing unit, department and overall hospital team.
• Participates in performance improvement.
• Communicates pertinent data to appropriate parties.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Conducts himself / herself effectively in stressful situations.
• Approaches situations with distressed patients, families and visitors in a calm, professional manner.

Education : High School Diploma / GED required.

Certification : CPR required.

Additional Experience Preferred