Observer

NaphCare, Inc.; Wetumpka (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K and company contribution

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. seeks an Observer (PRN) to join the Alabama Department of Corrections - Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Alabama.

The Corrections Observer will work alongside medical staff and correctional officers in a controlled environment with a focus on patient observation and safety. Responsibilities include suicide watch observations, crisis intervention, documentation, and participation in daily rounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirement.
• A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.
• Evening, night and weekend shift availability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one observation of patients at risk of self‑injury or suicide.
• Conduct rounds on suicide watch under supervision of a licensed professional.
• Document and communicate observations in the patient’s medical record.
• Perform crisis intervention and de‑escalation as indicated.
• Monitor patients and promote prosocial behavior.
• Participate in unit treatment team planning and morning reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Observation

Crisis de-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Observer (PRN)

NaphCare is hiring a Observer (PRN) to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Alabama.

As a Correctional Observer, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals who provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one‑on‑one, direct observation of patients at risk of self‑injury or suicide.
• Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional, conduct observational rounds on suicide watch and/or in select behavioral health settings.
• Reliably document and communicate observations of patients on suicide watch and/or housed in behavioral health units.
• Perform crisis intervention and de‑escalation as indicated.
• Monitor patients and promote prosocial behavior.
• Participation in unit treatment team planning.
• Documentation of critical incidents and treatment progress in patient's medical record at the discretion of supervisor.
• Participation in unit morning report and regular unit staff meetings.
• May facilitate community meetings.
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirement.
• A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.
• Current needs are on the evenings (2:30P-11P), night (10:30p-7a) and weekends.

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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