Evening Patient Safety Observer - Emergency Dept

Endeavor Health; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Savings Plan

Health Savings Account options

Discounted Parking

Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health seeks a Patient Safety Observer for evening shifts at Glenbrook Hospital in Glenview. The role involves constant observation, patient safety, and timely communication with nursing staff to prevent at-risk behaviors.

Requires HS diploma, Care Companion training, and CPR/BLS certification. You will monitor patients, redirect behaviors, and support a safe environment while maintaining confidentiality and dignity.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED required.
• Certification: Care Companion class completion within two weeks of start date.
• CPR/BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Experience & Skills: Ability to read, communicate effectively, and perform basic arithmetic; basic analytical skills to follow instructions, maintain logs, charts, and records; effective communication skills to exchange information and follow directions; demonstrated patience and compassion when interacting with patients; ability to remain alert, attentive, and focused for extended periods; strong multitasking and prioritization skills; ability to respond quickly in emergency situations and notify appropriate staff; basic computer proficiency; must be available to work assigned shifts.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the department manager, clinical leader, or charge nurse:
• Continuously observe and monitor assigned patients either at bedside or via video monitoring systems
• Maintain constant visual observation to ensure patient safety
• Verbally redirect patients from engaging in at-risk behaviors using in-person communication or two-way audio devices
• Immediately notify nursing staff of patient needs, behavioral changes, or emergency situations
• Participate in shift handoffs and communicate patient status and behaviors
• Support a safe patient environment by identifying and reporting potential hazards
• Collaborate with nursing staff and other team members to ensure patient safety
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times
• Provide compassionate, attentive supervision without performing direct nursing care unless authorized

Skills

Reading

Communication

Arithmetic

Analytical thinking

Patience

Multitasking

Emergency response

Computer literacy

Shift availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Care Companion training

Job description

Endeavor Health seeks a Patient Safety Observer for evening shifts at Glenbrook Hospital in Glenview. The role involves constant observation, patient safety, and timely communication with nursing staff to prevent at-risk behaviors.

Requires HS diploma, Care Companion training, and CPR/BLS certification. You will monitor patients, redirect behaviors, and support a safe environment while maintaining confidentiality and dignity.