Compassionate Patient Observation Associate (FT/PT)

Compass Group USA; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Benefits upon interview

Job summary

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Group USA company, is hiring a Patient Observation Assistant for full-time and part-time roles at LVHN Cedar Crest, Allentown, PA. The position involves visual and audible monitoring of patients under RN supervision with several essential duties and safety responsibilities.

The role offers full-time and part-time schedules; benefits vary by position, with potential shift differentials.

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

• Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.
• Monitors the assigned patient's condition and behavior at all times.
• Completes observation reports at established interval.
• Remains at the bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Assists in calming and/or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Group USA company, is hiring a Patient Observation Assistant for full-time and part-time roles at LVHN Cedar Crest, Allentown, PA. The position involves visual and audible monitoring of patients under RN supervision with several essential duties and safety responsibilities.

The role offers full-time and part-time schedules; benefits vary by position, with potential shift differentials.