Compassionate Patient Observation Aide

Crothall Healthcare; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identify Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring patient observation assistants for full-time and part-time schedules at LVHN Hazelton, Hazleton, PA. The role provides visual/audible monitoring of patients under RN direction, with a fixed pay rate of $17.00 per hour and potential shift differentials.

Healthcare experience preferred; benefits offered for full-time staff. Schedule varies by day; more details available upon interview.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR/AED or BLS-HCP certification required within 30 days of hire, if required at the facility.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• One to two years of previous healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patient’s condition and behavior.
• Completes observation reports at established intervals.
• Assists with patient safety and reporting of hazards; supports staff and patients.
• Remains at patient’s bedside unless relieved by a nurse or staff member.
• Assists with meal setup and positioning; accompanies patient to diagnostics as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mobility required

Observational accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR/AED or BLS-HCP certification within 30 days

Job description

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring patient observation assistants for full-time and part-time schedules at LVHN Hazelton, Hazleton, PA. The role provides visual/audible monitoring of patients under RN direction, with a fixed pay rate of $17.00 per hour and potential shift differentials.

Healthcare experience preferred; benefits offered for full-time staff. Schedule varies by day; more details available upon interview.