Observer 1 - Full-time - Days

Boston Medical Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare is seeking a patient sitter to provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. The role requires CNA certification, CPR, and strong observation skills.

Responsibilities include reporting behavior, assisting with ADLs, feeding, and documenting vitals and changes in patient condition. Experience with hospital procedures, infection control, and accurate communication with care teams is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Maryland CNA registration required.
• CPR certification (Heart Saver) required.
• Ability to read and write English and follow detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Observe patient(s) in room and report changes to nurse or care provider.
• Document patient changes and assist with delegated nursing tasks.
• Support unit operations and maintain safe environment; remove dangerous items.

Skills

CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)

CPR (Heart Saver)

English literacy

Communication with patients

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maryland CNA registration

Job description

Under direct supervision of the R.N. the sitter will observe patient(s) and assist in providing direct and indirect patient care. The sitter is responsible for reporting any behavior and/or activities of the patient(s) that place the patient, family or staff at risk for harm.Education:High school diploma or GED.Current registration with the Maryland Board of Nursing as a certified nursing assistant.Experience:6 months CNA experienced preferred.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to read and write English in order to provide basic patient care, to understand and communicate detailed instructions relating to basic patient care and calculate Intake and Output.Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients, visitors, physicians, and other staff in a courteous manner.Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail and often in stressful situations.Licensures, Certifications:Heart Saver (CPR Certification)Current registration with Maryland Board of Nursing as a certified nursing assistant.Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesObserves the patient(s) in the room, never leaving the patient’s side without replacement, nursing direction and reporting off to nurse or other care provider.Perform all duties within the scope of position to support the unit as needed.Documents patient changes, within scope of position.Maintains a safe environment by removing any dangerous items and assessing the environment.Notifies care providers when the patient(s)' condition or behavior changes or needs care, using the call systemNotifies care providers when leaving patient unattended.Uses proper techniques to avoid infection of patient and self and to avoid contamination of patient, equipment, and supplies.Contributes to the development of nursing care plans through frequent and accurate oral and written reports of occurrences and observances. Performs and records delegated nursing care procedures on sitter sheets.Assists patients with feeding, ADLs, bathing, toilet, etc. if necessary, and collects trays at end of meal.Documenting VS in EPICPhysical Requirements:Ability to stand and walk almost constantly up to 90% of work time and lifting and positioning patients up to 50% of work time.Working Conditions:Provides close, constant, observation of a patient, requesting intervention when necessary.All roles must demonstrate GBMC ValuesRespectI will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacyListens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellenceI will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.Meets and/or exceeds customer expectationsActively pursues learning and self-developmentPays attention to detail; follows throughAccountabilityI will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.Sets a positive, professional example for othersTakes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve themAppropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job dutiesReports to work regularly and on timeTeamworkI will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the teamAddresses and resolves conflict in a positive waySeeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutionsAcknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical BehaviorI will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgmentRespects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkersResultsI will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.Embraces change and improvement in the work environmentContinuously seeks to improve the quality of products/servicesDisplays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstaclesAchieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficientlyPay Range$17.07 - $20.65Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.