Patient Safety Observer - Central Resource Team - Nights

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Shift Premium

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Patient Safety Observer at Edward Hospital in Naperville, IL. This full-time, 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week) role requires night hours from 6:30pm to 7:00am, with direct supervision by the department manager or charge nurse.

You will observe patients, provide compassionate care, and ensure a safe environment. The position emphasizes patient safety, accurate records, and adherence to privacy guidelines, with a focus on remaining with patients during tests and procedures

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and communicate with patients and others.
• Basic arithmetic and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor patient condition under supervision.
• Ensure patient safety and constant visibility by caregiver.
• Accompany patients during testing/procedures as needed.
• Identify signs of anxiety or deterioration and relay to nurse immediately.
• Maintain accurate legible records as directed.
• Educate patient and family about unit expectations and safety.

Skills

Patient Observation

Compassion

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Patient Safety Observer - Central Resource Team
• Location: Edward Hospital - Naperville, IL
• Full Time: 0.9 FTE - 36 hour work week
• Hours: Nights: 6:30pm-7:00am

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.

• Protects the patient's safety.
• Positions themselves in their assigned patient's room to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Ensures patient is never alone or out of sight of a direct caregiver unless instructed otherwise.
• Accompanies the patient for testing or procedures and remains with patient unless directed otherwise by the person performing the test or procedure.
• Observes the patient for increased anxiety, escalating behavior, changes in mental condition. and immediately relays this information to the nurse.
• Listens to patient for signs of worry or concern or if patient symptoms are worsening. Immediately relays information to the staff so that further action can be taken if necessary.
• Provides comfort and compassion for the patient while ensuring their safety. Follows staff directives as it relates to patient mobility, etc. and what to observe, what to report and to whom this information should be reported.
• Maintains accurate and legible records as directed.
• Maintains professional behavior while sitting with patient; i.e., no use of personal cell phones, sleeping, engaging in conversation with other staff members or leaving patient unattended.
• Educates patient and family as to role and expectations of unit as directed by the nurse.
• Demonstrates appropriate communication skills and behaviors with patient as required.
• Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
• Regular on-time & on-site attendance, due to patient care needs, is an essential function of this position.

What you will need:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 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.
• Care Companion class completion, which includes on-the-job training, within two weeks of position start date.
• 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.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions)
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• 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.

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