Behavioral Health Sitter & Safety Specialist

VPNE Parking Solutions LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

VPNE Parking Solutions LLC is seeking a Patient Observer to support a multidisciplinary treatment team. The role focuses on maintaining a therapeutic milieu, ensuring patient safety, and following nursing plans of care in a fast-paced clinical setting at our partner hospitals in the Greater Boston area.

The observer works under the Registered Nurse, provides continuous supervision, completes documentation, and participates in teaching behavioral techniques such as relaxation and coping skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years prior experience preferred in Psychiatry and or related field preferred, working with specialized populations such as emotionally disturbed adults, adolescents and or children and families
• Proficient in English both verbally and written

Responsibilities

• Provides one to one observation with continuous visualization at all times to ensure safety
• Notifies the patient's nurse of any changes in the patient's physical/ psychiatric condition
• Remains with patient at all times unless relieved for a breaks, meals and at end of shift, even when patient appears to be sleeping, is in restraints or is under the influence of medication
• Initiates patient activities and social interactions in individual and group situations consistent with the nursing plan of care
• Maintains a clean and safe patient environment
• Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, provides individualized patient care to insure the safety and dignity of the patient
• Follows the patient care plan preserving patients' safety, dignity and autonomy
• Observes and reports behavioral responses to interventions
• Collaborates with the primary nurse to assist patient in undergoing testing and consultations in other areas of the hospital
• In concert with the nurse, participates in teaching behavioral techniques such as relaxation and coping skills
• Completes required documentation i.e. 15 minute observation form, Environmental Safety Checks sheet on non-behavioral health units
• Completes annual sitter competency evaluation
• Completes non-therapeutic functions under the direction of MD, PA, APRN or RN
• Demonstrates accountability and responsibility for actions
• Demonstrates competency in managing patient problems such as aggression
• Demonstrates reliable crisis management skills in new or unexpected situations
• Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills with patients and coworkers
• Relocates and rotates to meet patient care needs
• Prioritizes patient care to complete assignments in a timely manner
• Demonstrates compliance with legal, regulatory codes, and psychiatric policies
• Uses correct resources for clarification of policies/procedures
• Maintains all mandatory continuing education classes
• Participates in unit based activities that have a positive impact on unit practice
• Identifies areas in performance needing improvement as evidenced by ongoing communication with supervisor
• Accepts constructive criticism and responds by implementing corrective action
• Meets personnel policy guidelines for punctuality as evidenced by time keeping records and as observed by supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

VPNE Parking Solutions LLC is seeking a Patient Observer to support a multidisciplinary treatment team. The role focuses on maintaining a therapeutic milieu, ensuring patient safety, and following nursing plans of care in a fast-paced clinical setting at our partner hospitals in the Greater Boston area.

The observer works under the Registered Nurse, provides continuous supervision, completes documentation, and participates in teaching behavioral techniques such as relaxation and coping skills.