Patient Observer

Holyoke Medical Center; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (no deductibles)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Time off

403(b) plan

Tuition reimbursement $7k

Job summary

Holyoke Medical Center in Holyoke, MA is seeking individuals to observe for safety and comfort of patients who require frequent or continual observation due to psychiatric or safety concerns. Roles operate under the supervision of the RN and emphasize patient-centered care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, English literacy, prior experience in mental health or health-related settings, and Spanish language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in mental health or health-related environment preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Bilingual Spanish ability a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients for safety and comfort under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Provide continual or frequent observation as required by psychiatric or safety needs.
• Document and report observations as directed by nursing staff.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish language (bilingual)

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Holyoke Medical Center is a proud community hospital that has served the healthcare needs of the Pioneer Valley for over 125 years. We continue to grow and address the needs of our community through quality and patient-centered care.

Our team is seeking individuals,under the supervision of the RN, to observefor the safety and comfort of the challenging patient who requires frequent or continual observation and contact due to psychiatric or safety reasons.

REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent; prior experience working in a mental health or health related environment; ability to read, write, and communicate in English; bilingual Spanish ability a plus;

We offer a competitive salary & benefit package, including:

• Low cost health insurance with no deductibles when using HMC services
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free disability and life insurance
• Generous time off policy
• 403(b) plan
• Up to $7000 in degree/tuition reimbursement