Patient Observation Attendant - Nursing Administration

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Staff safety badge

Shift differentials

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness

EPIC charting

Job summary

Presbyterian Rust Medical Center's Nursing Administration is hiring a Patient Observation Attendant to provide observation of at-risk patients. The role involves safety, companionship, basic ADLs, and collaboration with nursing staff in Rio Rancho, NM.

This PRN position offers development opportunities and benefits such as tuition reimbursement, staff safety measures, and loan forgiveness programs as part of Presbyterian’s wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• Less than 1 year experience in Patient Observation Attendant roles or equivalent.
• BLS required at time of hire.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Preferred: 1+ years experience in direct patient care.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Nurse Tech, or related clinical support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides safety and security support to the patient(s) while hospitalized, alerting nursing staff of concerns.
• Assist patient with ADLs and mobility as needed.
• Engage patients with activities according to plan of care and provide companionship.
• Document observations and activities accurately in the medical record.
• Coordinate breaks with RN and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

High School/GED

BLS certification

Job description

Location Address:
2400 Unser Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $16.31 Maximum Offer $22.67

Summary:
Presbyterian Rust Medical Center's Nursing Administration is hiring a Patient Observation Attendant that is specially trained clinical staff, designated to provide observation of patient(s) at risk for safety

How You Grow, Learn And Thrive Matters Here.

• 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: PRN
FTE: 0.00
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (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
• Less than 1 year experience in Patient Observation Attendant (formerly known as sitter) services or equivalent.
• BLS required 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.

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

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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.

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.

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