Patient Observer - FT Days

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. seeks a patient support professional to assist during patient observation. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be able to stand for extended periods; they must work safely in isolation precautions.

Preferred candidates include those with prior hospital experience or patient care-related training; BLS certification is required before observing patients.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and stay mobile.
• Must be able to work in isolation precautions.

Skills

Mobility/Standing

Isolation precautions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack MeridianHealth we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.


• The ability to stay mobile according to the patients' movement including the ability to stand for periods of time.


• Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Previous work experience in a hospital setting preferred.


• Experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT, Nurse Aide Training, or current Nursing/Psychology student are all preferred.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required prior to performing patient observation.