Patient Observation Specialist

Compass Group USA; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

Compass Group USA through TouchPoint is hiring for Patient Observation Assistant roles in Cedar Park, TX. Full-time and part-time schedules are available with 7:00 am–3:30 pm, 3:00 pm–11:30 pm, and 11:00 pm–7:00 am shifts; weekends rotating. Paid training is offered, with a pay range of $16.00–$19.00 per hour.

Serves under RN direction at Ascension Seton Cedar Park; emphasizes safety, observation, and compassionate patient care. Prior related experience is preferred and is a plus for the role.

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

• Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.
• Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patient's condition and behavior at all times.
• Completes observation reports at established interval.
• Remains at the bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• 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.
• Assists in calming and/or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Accompanies patient when diagnostic testing is required.
• Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance, control, or other nursing interventions, or exhibits unusual behavior or verbalizations.

Skills

CPR AED/BLS-HCP certification

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Compass Group USA through TouchPoint is hiring for Patient Observation Assistant roles in Cedar Park, TX. Full-time and part-time schedules are available with 7:00 am–3:30 pm, 3:00 pm–11:30 pm, and 11:00 pm–7:00 am shifts; weekends rotating. Paid training is offered, with a pay range of $16.00–$19.00 per hour.

Serves under RN direction at Ascension Seton Cedar Park; emphasizes safety, observation, and compassionate patient care. Prior related experience is preferred and is a plus for the role.