Job Information
Hackensack Meridian Health Patient Observer - Float - F/T Nights in Neptune, New Jersey
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning.It’salso about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Patient Observer at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Responsible for the safety of the Patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse
Must be able to work in situations with isolationprecautions
Providea safe environment for patients who are onOne to OneSupervision for Suicide Precautions, Behavioral Restraints, Line of Sight or Patient Safety
Providefrequent checks on patients that have a Patient Watch Order
Providedirection to patient to ensure that they do not fall or wanderoff
Record and Document patient behavior
Must be able to travel with patient whenneeded
Qualifications
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) isrequired prior to performing patient observation. Training will be provided as part ofnewhire orientation.
Previouswork experience in a hospital settingpreferred
Experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistantpreferred
Experience as an EMT or Nurse's Aide Training preferred or
Current Nursing or Psychology studentpreferred
The ability to stay mobile according to the patients' movement including the ability to stand for periods of time isrequired
Must be able to work in situations with isolationprecautions
The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs,a strong senseof accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care and service based ona strong senseof patient focus are allrequired
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
Job ID 2024-141853
Department J-PT OBSERVER
Site Jersey Shore Univ Med Cntr
Job Location US-NJ-Neptune
Position Type Full Time with Benefits
Standard Hours Per Week 36
Shift Night
Shift Hours 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.
Weekend Work Every Other Weekend
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work Three of 6