Safety Assistant - Emergency

Owensborohealth; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital in Owensboro, KY seeks a full-time Weekend Observation Assistant to support nurses in providing continuous observation for patients with complex safety needs. The role is 6p–6a, three days per week, 0.9 FTE, within the Emergency Department.

No prior experience required; a High School diploma or GED is preferred, with BLS certification due within 90 days of hire. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to departmental policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or higher preferred.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse in providing continuous observation of patients with complex safety needs.
• Maintain a safe environment and report abnormal findings according to policy.

Skills

Critical thinking

Work under minimal supervision

Ability to work in stressful env

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Weekend Requirements: N/A | Work Hours: 6p-6a, Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday (3 days/week) | Status: Full Time - 0.9 FTE (72 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Department: Emergency Department

Job Summary:

Assists the nurse providing continuous, uninterrupted observation of patients with complex safety needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Works with the nursing staff to maintain a safe environment according to organizational standards and policies.
• Reports abnormal findings.

Skills and Attributes:

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Department specific competencies for positions are detailed in the unit/department scope of service.

Position Requirements:

Work Experience

No experience required.

Education

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

Organizational Responsibilities:

Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information:

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.

The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
• Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
• Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely
• Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
• Carrying 2575 lbs.: Rarely
• Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Occasionally
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:

Risk Level: No-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

• INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
• RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
• TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
• INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
• SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
• EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.