Behavioral Observation Specialist — High-Risk Care

Tucson Medical Center; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Observer for high-risk patients. You will provide one-to-one observation and rounding as appropriate, ensuring patient safety and environmental security. You will notify the RN of distress signals and work within the care team to maintain a therapeutic setting.

Required education includes a High School diploma or GED. BLS certification is mandatory, and the role emphasizes rapport with patients, families, and staff while implementing de-escalation

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic life support and a hospital-approved Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training program.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete routine reports and document observations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with RN staff and other team members.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous direct observation of patients at risk.
• Observe and monitor patients per orders and document observations in the EHR.
• Follow directions from the RN and designated staff and adhere to safety policies.
• Perform environmental safety checks each shift and assist in patient transfers as needed.
• Use de-escalation techniques to maintain a therapeutic environment and protect patient safety.

Skills

Observation

De-escalation

Communication

Safety procedures

Listening

Team collaboration

Judgment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Behavioral Observer - High Risk

Job CategoryAllied Health

ScheduleFull time

Shift3 - Night Shift

Hiring for Days and Nights!

SUMMARY:

Observes and monitors patients based on orders for one-to-one observation and/or rounding observation, as appropriate.Maintainssafety of the patient and security of the environment of care. Notifies the RN and other unit staff of any physiological or psychological changes that may indicate patient is in distress.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·Maintains current knowledge of medical equipment, supplies and procedures that are necessary for ensuring immediate patient welfare and safety.

·Ensures continuous direct observation of patients who are considered at risk.

·Charts observations in the electronic health record according to hospital policy and procedure

·Complies with guidance and direction received from the patient’s assigned RN, LIP, and/or other hospital staff designated to provide treatment for the patient.

·The Behavioral Observer, as a designee of the RN, completes environmental safety checks each shift.

·Accompanies patients during transfers from one service level to another.

·Maintains a clean, organized, and uncluttered safe environment.

·Implements hospital approved De-escalation Techniques as needed.

·Interacts with patients in a professional and therapeutic manner.

·Partner with the Behavioral Emergency Response Team to create a therapeutic environment.

Participates in the orientation of new program personnel and in the ongoing in-service education of the team.

·Adheres to and supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication.

·Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies, and standards.

·Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

·High School diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:

·None required.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION:

·Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

·Knowledge of basic life support and a hospital-approved Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training program.

·Knowledge of TMCH policies and procedures to ensure safety of patients and staff.

·Skill in providing therapeutic support for patients.

·Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

·Ability to complete routine reports.

·Ability to actively listen and communicate clearly and concisely, encouraging open communications to achieve mutual understanding.

·Ability to speak effectively with patients, families, co-workers, and other personnel.

·Ability to make wise and fair judgments based on solid facts; is open minded and understanding of values of superiors, subordinates, peers and others.

·Knowledge and ability to execute deescalation techniques with patients and staff.