Patient Observation Assistant

Patient Observation Assistant Job,

Signature Healthcare’s Brockton Hospital is hiring for a Patient Observation Assistant in Brockton, MA.

A New Day

Our recently renovated Brockton Hospital is a modern healthcare facility with a focus on superior patient care and safety.

Following extensive renovations, the hospital is equipped with an advanced infrastructure to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the community.

Join our team at Brockton Hospital and be better and stronger than ever.

Patient Observation Assistant Roles and Responsibilities :

• Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.
• Assigned patient observation(s) by the charge nurse.
• Remains with and monitors the safety of his / her assigned patients at all times.
• 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 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.

• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed .
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications :

At Signature Healthcare we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture for our employees to grow and flourish., so if you're interested in this opportunity but your experience does not align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply.

You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

Required

American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers completion

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Post-secondary education or medical background preferred

Working at Signature Healthcare

For 125 years, Signature Healthcare has been dedicated to delivering personalized healthcare services in a welcoming and medically advanced environment as one of the only not-for-profit community-based healthcare systems in Southeastern Mass.

Our focus on quality care, matched with our commitment to serving every individual, fosters an inclusive and supportive environment for our employees to grow and flourish in their careers.

Join Signature Healthcare and enjoy a fulfilling work experience, complemented by our comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life and Disability
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Home & Auto, Pet, etc.)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO and Paid Holidays

Apply today with Signature Healthcare and help us become better and stronger than ever.

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