Night Shift Patient Observer - Safety & Care

Partner's Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Bonuses as applicable

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Patient Observer for nights to provide constant observation under RN direction. The role supports patients at risk to themselves or others and requires discreet, timely care in alignment with hospital guidelines.

Responsibilities include documenting care, communicating changes to nursing staff, assisting during falls, and facilitating patient feeding as directed. 36 hours weekly with the possibility of extension; weekends every other weekend may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience in healthcare 0-1 year preferred.
• Ability to stay alert for extended periods.
• Ability to verbally calm patients.
• Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant observation of patient.
• Document the care of patient under observation.
• Keep nurse informed of changes in the patient's condition.
• Assist patient in the event of a fall.
• Receive and provide handoff information from/to staff.
• Assist with feeding patient as directed by the RN.

Skills

Alertness

De-escalation

Stress management

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Patient Observer for nights to provide constant observation under RN direction. The role supports patients at risk to themselves or others and requires discreet, timely care in alignment with hospital guidelines.

Responsibilities include documenting care, communicating changes to nursing staff, assisting during falls, and facilitating patient feeding as directed. 36 hours weekly with the possibility of extension; weekends every other weekend may be required.