24/7 Patient Safety Observer & Comfort Aide

mclarenhlth; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan seeks a Nursing Assistant to visually monitor patients at all times, assist with repositioning, and support the care team. The role emphasizes safety, communication with nurses, and basic comfort measures.

You will help with meals, accompany patients to activities, and document observations for the RN. Completion of a nursing assistant program and a high school diploma are preferred; prior bedside experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Completion of nursing assistant program preferred.
• Experience in patient care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Visually observes the patient at all times to prevent harm or removal of medical devices.
• Assist patient requiring minimal standby assist to bedside, chair, or ambulate in hall as directed by nurse.
• Relays basic patient information to staff and informs unit staff when additional assistance is required.
• Provide comfort measures and assist patients to reposition for comfort as directed by nurse.
• Assist patient/family with menu selection and participate in casual activities with approval.
• Record data accurately and notify RN of any untoward events or changes.
• Position self within arm's reach to maintain constant observation and never leave the patient unattended.
• Obtain verbal report from nurse/patient care technician regarding care needs and barriers.

Skills

Patient observation

Assisting with ambulation

Communication with staff

Patient comfort measures

Menu assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing assistant program completion

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Michigan seeks a Nursing Assistant to visually monitor patients at all times, assist with repositioning, and support the care team. The role emphasizes safety, communication with nurses, and basic comfort measures.

You will help with meals, accompany patients to activities, and document observations for the RN. Completion of a nursing assistant program and a high school diploma are preferred; prior bedside experience is a plus.