Patient Safety Monitor — One-to-One Supervision

Hackensack Meridian Health; Morrell Corners (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patient safety under supervision on suicide precautions and related watch duties. The role requires mobility, ability to follow isolation precautions, and frequent checks of monitored patients.

Starting pay minimum rate is $17.42 hourly with opportunities for comprehensive benefits. Hospital setting experience is preferred and training is provided as part of orientation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to stay mobile with patients and stand for periods.
• Ability to work in isolation precautions.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Maintain mobility and isolation precautions as required.
• Perform frequent checks on patients with a Patient Watch Order.
• Direct patients to prevent wandering or falling.
• Record and document patient behavior.
• Travel with patient when needed.
• Adhere to organizational competencies and standards.

Skills

Mobility

Observation skills

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patient safety under supervision on suicide precautions and related watch duties. The role requires mobility, ability to follow isolation precautions, and frequent checks of monitored patients.

Starting pay minimum rate is $17.42 hourly with opportunities for comprehensive benefits. Hospital setting experience is preferred and training is provided as part of orientation.