Patient Safety Observer

2200 Elmhurst Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for shifts

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Job summary

Endeavor Health seeks a Patient Safety Observer at its Elmhurst location. This full-time role involves monitoring patients under supervision, ensuring a safe environment, and providing compassionate attention.

You will work the night shift 7:00 PM–7:30 AM, 36 hours weekly, with rotating weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, CPR/BLS certification, and solid communication and data-entry skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CPR/BLS certification from ARC or AHA within two weeks of start date.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor patients under supervision, providing compassionate care.
• Create a safe environment and assist with patient needs during shifts.
• Record observations and maintain logs and emergency procedures as directed.

Skills

Data entry

Basic arithmetic

Communication skills

Listening to patients

Patience and empathy

Stamina for shift work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CPR BLS Certification

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $17.35 - $24.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Job Description Position Highlights:

• Position: Patient Safety Observer
• Location: Elmhurst
• Full Time: 36 hours per week
• Hours: Day Shift (7p to 7:30a) Rotating Every Other Weekend/Holiday

What you will need:

• Education: High School diploma or GED
• Certification: Care Companion class completion, which includes on-the-job training, within two weeks of position start date CPR BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Experience & Skills

Ability to read, to exchange information with patients and others, and/or to do basic arithmetic. Basic level of analytical ability to read and understand simple instructions, enter data into logs, charts, records, maintain files, etc. Basic level of communication skills to exchange information on factual matters, understand and transmit instructions, and perform other duties that require basic communication skills. Patience and compassion for such tasks as listening to patient worries & concerns. Physical stamina to remain alert, awake and attentive to patient, regardless of assigned shift. Must be available to work assigned shifts. Work is performed under close supervision or in accordance with specific and detailed instruction or procedures. Work is generally performed in a clinical environment where employee must adhere to unit and patient-specific safety and infection control precautions. Work requires the ability to lift and position patients, and the ability to work in a confined area for two or more hours.

What you will do

Under direct supervision of the department manager, clinical leader or charge nurse, observes and monitors the condition of patients. Provides patients in need of supervision compassionate and caring attention while ensuring a safe environment.

Benefits (full-time or part-time positions)

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career pathways to promote professional growth and development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.