Patient Observation Aide - Compassionate Care (FT/PT)

Compass Group USA; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time and part-time positions with

Job summary

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring immediately for Patient Observation Assistant roles at UK Saint Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY. These are full-time and part-time positions with rotating weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Online applications accepted only.

The role provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of an RN and unit manager, emphasizing safety, documentation, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR AED or basic life Support healthcare provider (BLS-HCP) certification required within 30 days of hire, if required at the facility.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods. Requires bending, stooping, reaching up, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• One to two years of previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patient's condition and behavior at all times.
• Completes observation reports at established interval.
• Takes initiative in compassionately rendering service or responding to needs. Interacts hospitably, cheerfully and supportively with staff, patients, visitors and work colleagues.
• Remains at the bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors.
• Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
• Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment is safe; reports any safety hazards to the charge nurse.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring immediately for Patient Observation Assistant roles at UK Saint Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY. These are full-time and part-time positions with rotating weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Online applications accepted only.

The role provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of an RN and unit manager, emphasizing safety, documentation, and compassionate care.