Patient Observer| MGH-Emergency Department

Partner's Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career advancement

Differentials and bonuses

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Emergency Department seeks a Patient Observer to provide constant observation under RN direction for patients at risk to themselves or others. Schedule includes 24 hours per week across two 12-hour night shifts (7:00 pm – 7:30 am) with rotational holidays and weekends, located at 267 Charles Street.

The role requires documenting care, timely handoffs, and assisting with feeding while maintaining patient confidentiality and following hospital guidelines.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience: some healthcare experience 0-1 year preferred.
• Language: ability to read, write and speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant observation of patient.
• Document the care of patient under observation.
• Keep nurse informed of changes in the patient's condition.
• Assist patient in the event of a fall.
• Receives and provides detailed handoff information from/to staff regarding the patient and their status.
• Assists with feeding patient(s) as directed by the RN.

Skills

Attention to detail

Alertness during long shifts

Calm patients under stress

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: The General Hospital CorporationMass 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

Schedule 24 hours per week | (2) 12-hour shifts

Nights | 7:00 pm - 7:30 am

Rotational holiday and weekend schedule

The Opportunity

Patient Observer - Emergency Department

The Emergency Department is a Level I Adult, Pediatric and Burn Trauma Center. It spans the ground floor of 3 buildings and is divided into several areas, including pediatric and psychiatric areas.

Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a risk to themselves or others. Responsible for providing care related tasks in accordance with the individual needs of the patient, maintaining patient confidentiality and following hospital guidelines.

Does this position require Patient Care?Yes

Essential Functions

• Maintain constant observation of patient.
• Document the care of patient under observation.
• Keep nurse informed of changes in the patient's condition.
• Assists patient in the event of a fall.
• Receives and provides detailed handoff information from/to staff regarding the patient and their status.
• Assists with feeding patient (s) as directed by the RN.

Qualifications

EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?No

Licenses and Credentials

Experiencesome healthcare experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to remain alert for extended periods of time.
• Ability to verbally calm patients.
• Ability to perform calmly and quickly in stressful situations.
• Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Onsite

Work Location 267 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 24

Employee Type Regular

Work Shift Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly

Grade 2

Benefits

• 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.

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