Patient Observation Assistant - Impactful Support

Compass Group USA; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Job summary

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring Patient Observation Assistants for Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, LA. The role offers full-time and part-time schedules with hours varying and online applications accepted.

The fixed pay rate is $14.00 per hour, with prior CNA experience preferred and responsibilities include monitoring patients, documenting observations, and maintaining a safe patient environment under RN supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR AED or BLS-HCP certification within 30 days of hire, if required at the facility.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; lift up to 50 pounds.
• One to two years of previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under RN direction.
• Completes observation reports at established intervals.
• Remains at the bedside of the patient at all times unless relieved by staff.
• Assists in calming and orienting patients and reports safety hazards.
• Accompanies patient during diagnostic testing and escalates as needed.
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information at shift changes.

Skills

CNA experience

CPR/AED/BLS

Mobility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring Patient Observation Assistants for Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, LA. The role offers full-time and part-time schedules with hours varying and online applications accepted.

The fixed pay rate is $14.00 per hour, with prior CNA experience preferred and responsibilities include monitoring patients, documenting observations, and maintaining a safe patient environment under RN supervision.