Patient Observer - Inpatient Behavioral Health

Partner's Healthcare; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Patient Care Observer for Cooley Dickinson Hospital on site. You will remain with an assigned patient to help maintain safety under the direction of the unit's Shift Charge Nurse, in a per diem capacity.

This role offers exposure to a clinical setting in a supportive team environment, with opportunities to observe patient care processes and contribute to safety and quality of care. Training provided and schedule rotates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience working in a clinical environment preferred.
• Ability to communicate with children and/or adults required.

Responsibilities

• Remain with the assigned patient to help maintain safety under the direction of the unit's Shift Charge Nurse.
• Assist with general care duties as directed and observe patient status.

Skills

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Observer is responsible for remaining in constant attendance with an assigned patient to help maintain the patient's safety under the direction of the unit's Shift Charge Nurse. This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This position reports to the Nurse Manager and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Experience

• Experience working in a clinical environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate with children and /or adults required

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Physical Requirements
• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
• Remote Type Onsite
• Work Location 30 Locust Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 0
• Employee Type Per Diem
• Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range $18.78 - $25.66/Hourly
• Grade SC2C23

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization.

To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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EEO Statement: 1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.