1:1 Patient Safety Observer | Nursing Assistant

Providence; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Alaska Medical Center is seeking Constant Observers to provide continuous one-to-one observations, ensuring a safe environment and timely reporting of safety concerns. You will monitor patient behavior, apply de-escalation techniques, and communicate effectively with nurses and the healthcare team to support patient safety and care.

This clinical support role emphasizes collaboration with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams, under supervision, to maintain safety and clear

Qualifications

• Provide continuous one-to-one observations of assigned patients.
• Maintain a safe environment and immediately report safety concerns.
• Observe and communicate changes in patient behavior, or activity.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication when appropriate.
• Collaborate with nurses and other members of the healthcare team.
• Accurately observe and document required information.
• Support Providence's mission, values, and commitment to patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous one-to-one observations of assigned patients.
• Maintain a safe environment and immediately report safety concerns.
• Observe and communicate changes in patient behavior, or activity.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication when appropriate.
• Collaborate with nurses and other members of the healthcare team.
• Accurately observe and document required information.
• Support Providence's mission, values, and commitment to patient safety.

Skills

One-to-one observations

De-escalation techniques

Therapeutic communication

Team collaboration

Observation & documentation

Education

Medical Terminology coursework

BLS Certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Providence Alaska Medical Center is seeking Constant Observers to provide continuous one-to-one observations, ensuring a safe environment and timely reporting of safety concerns. You will monitor patient behavior, apply de-escalation techniques, and communicate effectively with nurses and the healthcare team to support patient safety and care.

This clinical support role emphasizes collaboration with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams, under supervision, to maintain safety and clear