Compassionate Patient Observation Aide (FT/PT)

TouchPoint Support Services; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

TouchPoint Support Services is hiring immediately for Patient Observation Assistant roles in Kokomo, IN. The positions involve visual and audible monitoring of assigned patients under RN direction, with fixed pay of $15.00 per hour.

Schedule includes full-time and part-time shifts with rotating weekends and holidays; online applications are accepted. Qualifications include High School Diploma or GED, CPR/BLS certification within 30 days if required, and the ability to stand/walk for long periods

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR AED or basic life Support healthcare provider (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.
• Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
• Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment is safe; reports any safety hazards to the charge nurse.

Skills

Patient observation

CPR/BLS certification

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

TouchPoint Support Services is hiring immediately for Patient Observation Assistant roles in Kokomo, IN. The positions involve visual and audible monitoring of assigned patients under RN direction, with fixed pay of $15.00 per hour.

Schedule includes full-time and part-time shifts with rotating weekends and holidays; online applications are accepted. Qualifications include High School Diploma or GED, CPR/BLS certification within 30 days if required, and the ability to stand/walk for long periods