Patient Safety Observer- Medical Telemetry- Per Diem

Endeavor Health; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Shift and Holiday Pay

Career Growth Opportunities

Medical/Dental/Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Patient Safety Observer for Medical Telemetry at Highland Park Hospital on a per diem basis. You will support patient supervision, monitor condition changes, and ensure safety under the direction of the unit leadership.

Responsibilities include observing patients, communicating needs, and maintaining logs while adhering to infection control protocols. Rotational shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor patient conditions under supervision.
• Provide compassionate supervision and attention to patients.
• Maintain safe environment and assist with basic tasks as needed.

Skills

Reading ability

Communication skills

Patience

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma / GED

Care Companion class (completed within 2 weeks)

CPR BLS (ARC/American Heart Association)

Job description

Patient Safety Observer- Medical Telemetry- Per Diem# Careers## Patient Safety Observer- Medical Telemetry- Per DiemApply: HPH Highland Park Hospital: Part time: Posted Today: R48750**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* Location: Highland Park Hospital* Per Diem- Resource* Hours: Rotational – Days, Evenings, Nights* Weekend & Holiday Rotational Requirements 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 employees 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 (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 OpportunitiesEndeavor 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.