Patient Observation Attendant

0090 Presbyterian System Services; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Staff safety badge

Shift differentials

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness

EPIC system

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services seeks a Safety Companion to support hospitalized patients at risk by staying alert, present, and ready to involve nursing staff when concerns arise. You will assist with ADLs and mobility for capable patients and provide companionship in line with the plan of care.

Responsibilities include documenting in medical records, remaining with the client, and coordinating breaks with the RN.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• BLS required at time of hire.
• Excellent interpersonal skills essential.
• Preferred: 1+ years direct patient care experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistant or Nurse Tech background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides safety and security support to hospitalized patients and alerts nursing staff of concerns.
• Assists patients with ADLs and ambulation as needed and safe.
• Engages patients in activities according to care plan and provides companionship.
• Documents care and events accurately in the medical record as directed.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Direct patient care experience

Clinical support staff background

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Location Address:

1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $16.31 Maximum Offer $22.67

Summary:

Specially trained clinical staff, designated to provide observation of patient(s) at risk for safety

Benefits and Perks:

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity:

Full time

FTE: 0.90

Job Exempt: No

Work Shift: 12 Hour Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

• Provides safety and security support to the patient(s) while hospitalized, primarily by being aware, alert, present, and alerting nursing staff of concerns.
• Assists the client to the bathroom and around the unit ONLY if the client is able to ambulate and needs only minimal support and steadying. If client is in bed, assists client with needs and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Engaging patient in activities according to plan of care. Talks with, reads to, and provides companionship.
• Provide competent physical/therapeutic care and ADLs consistent with job title/role.
• Appropriate documentation in medical record as outlined by Charge Nurse.
• Remains in constant attendance of the client. Arranges scheduled breaks with RN.
• Adheres to all Safety Companion policies.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding patients.
• Performs other functions as required.

Qualifications:

• High School/GED
• BLS required at time of hire
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Preferred: 1+ years experience in direct patient care.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Nurse Tech, or other clinical support staff related to inpatient hospital setting preferred.

Wellness Program:

We're all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more about our employee benefits.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees – including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

EEO & Diversity Statement:

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer:

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

Mission Statement:

We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services Here, we’re committed to a different way to make a difference. Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, nurses, employees, board members, and volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than one in three New Mexicans. We are part of New Mexico's history and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.