Patient Observer, Full-Time, Nights

Prisma Health; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health Greer Medical Campus is seeking a vigilant Sitters/Observers to monitor patients and maintain safety around the clock. The role emphasizes constant observation, prompt reporting of safety concerns, and coordination with nursing staff.

The incumbent will accompany at-risk patients during tests, perform rapid hand-offs, and conduct safety sweeps per hospital policy. High school diploma required; CNA/PCA preferred; night shift available on-site at Greer Memorial Hospital.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience required.
• Must be able to observe patients and report findings.
• Preferred CNA or PCA certification.
• Night shift may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant observation of assigned patients and document observations to prevent self-harm or harm to others.
• Notify the assigned nurse immediately when patient safety is jeopardized or there is a threat to safety.
• Ensure the patient is not unattended and engage staff or security if the patient attempts to leave.
• Give and receive hand-off communication regarding the assigned patient.
• Accompany patients at risk for self-harm when they must leave the floor for testing and stay in close proximity.
• Conduct safety sweeps per policy.

Skills

Observation

Patient safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Observes patients and ensures patient safety while actively preventing self-harm or harm to others.

Accountabilities

• Provides constant observation of assigned patients, documents and reports observations in order prevent self-harm or harm to others. Includes observation while bathing, toileting and sleeping. - 35%
• Notifies the assigned nurse immediately when pateint safety is in jeopardy or if there is a potential threat to patient, staff or visitor safety. - 20%
• Ensures the patient is not unattended and notifies/engages assistance from unit staff and\or security if patient attempts to leave the floor. - 15%
• Gives and receives hand-off communication (report) regarding assigned patient. - 15%
• Accompanies patients at risk for self-harm if they must leave the floor for testing and remains in close proximity. - 10%
• Completes safety sweeps per policy. - 5%

Minimum Qualifications

• Education - High school diploma or equivalent OR highest degree earned
• Experience - No previous experience required

Required Licensures

None required

Other Required Skills/Experience

Must possess the knowledge and skills to care for patients; other training as required by department.

Preferred Certifications

C.N.A. or P.C.T. certification preferred

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Location

Greer Medical Campus

Facility

1004 Greer Memorial Hospital

Department

10049251 Sitters/Observers