Patient Observation Aide II — Safety & Monitoring

Sturdy Memorial Hospital; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is seeking an Observation Aide to provide constant patient monitoring and assist staff with safety procedures. You will work under supervision to ensure patient safety and respond swiftly to any changes in condition.

Requirements include a high school diploma and completion of required orientations, with strong English communication and customer-service mindset. The role uses the Avasys system to maintain continuous surveillance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow directions and demonstrate dependability.
• Must have strong verbal and written English.
• Completion of required orientations (Hospital, Observation Aide, Avasys).
• Ability to communicate with patients and staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant observation of patients at risk and in need of supervision.
• Assist licensed staff in application/removal of restraints and in mobility activities.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations and re-direct patients from risk behaviors.
• Monitor assigned patients through the Avasys Monitoring System and maintain safety.

Skills

Follow directions

Dependability

Punctuality

Flexibility

English proficiency

Customer service

Observation skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Hospital Orientation

Observation Aide Orientation

Avasys Orientation

Tools

Avasys Monitoring System

Job description

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is seeking an Observation Aide to provide constant patient monitoring and assist staff with safety procedures. You will work under supervision to ensure patient safety and respond swiftly to any changes in condition.

Requirements include a high school diploma and completion of required orientations, with strong English communication and customer-service mindset. The role uses the Avasys system to maintain continuous surveillance.