Observation Aide II - 32hrs - Nights

Sturdy Health; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 26,075 - 39,104; Part time

Job summary

Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro, MA is seeking an Observation Aide to support licensed staff with patient care activities and safety monitoring. The role includes assisting with ambulation, applying/removing restraints under supervision, and responding to emergencies using the Avasys Monitoring System.

Strong English communication, dependability, and flexibility are required. Completion of hospital orientation and an emphasis on customer service are essential for this patient-facing

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education required.
• Completion of Hospital Orientation and Avasys Orientation.
• Must speak and write English professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to licensed staff in the application/removal of restraints.
• Performs patient assistance such as ambulation and mobilization activities safely.
• Recognize patient emergency situations and respond in an appropriate manner.
• Provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients via Avasys.
• Will verbally re-direct patients from engaging in risk behaviors.
• Demonstrates knowledge of operational competency of the Avasys Monitoring System

Skills

Follow directions

Dependability

Punctuality

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High School Graduate

Hospital Orientation

Job description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32

Essential Duties

• Provide assistance to licensed staff in the application/removal of restraints
• Performs patient assistance such as ambulation and mobilization activities safely.
• Recognize patient emergency situations and respond in an appropriate manner.
• Provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients via Avasys.
• Will verbally re‑direct patients from engaging in risk behaviors
• Demonstrates knowledge of operational competency of the Avasys Monitoring System

Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience

• Able to follow directions.
• Demonstrates dependability, punctuality and flexibility.
• Successfully completes class on role and responsibilities.
• Command of verbal and written English
• Must visibly demonstrate commitment to customer service by providing timely, positive responses to the needs of all customers including patients, families, co‑workers and staff.

Educational Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Completion of Hospital Orientation / Observation Aide Orientation and Avasys Orientation.

Age Specific Criteria

Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.

Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations

Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Salary Range: $15.67-$23.50

The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value Sturdy Health’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full‑time employment.

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.