Compassionate Patient Observation Aide

Compass Group, North America; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Group company, is hiring for full-time and part-time Patient Observation Assistant roles at UK Saint Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY. The position requires prior healthcare experience and a valid CPR/BLS certification where required.

Schedules include rotating weekdays, weekends, and holidays with competitive hourly pay. Responsibilities include continuous patient observation under RN supervision, completing reports, assisting with meals and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or 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. Requires bending, stooping, reaching up, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• One to two years of previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patient's condition and behavior at all times.
• Completes observation reports at established interval.
• Interacts hospitably, cheerfully and supportively with staff, patients, visitors and work colleagues.
• Remains at the bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, etc.
• Assists with keeping patient's room safe and orderly.
• Accompanies patient when diagnostic testing is required.
• Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Compassionate care

Patient observation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Group company, is hiring for full-time and part-time Patient Observation Assistant roles at UK Saint Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY. The position requires prior healthcare experience and a valid CPR/BLS certification where required.

Schedules include rotating weekdays, weekends, and holidays with competitive hourly pay. Responsibilities include continuous patient observation under RN supervision, completing reports, assisting with meals and