Patient Safety Observer - NOT REMOTE NIGHT SHIFT

Position Summary

The Patient Safety Observer is responsible for providing continuous monitoring of patients to promote patient safety and prevent harm.

Essential Functions
• Maintain constant visual observation of multiple patients simultaneously
• Monitor patients for safety risks based on nurse-driven indications
• Verbally redirect patients with a digital 2-way audio device located in patient rooms
• Notify staff if patients require assistance using proper etiquette and escalation protocols
• Confirm patient information throughout all interactions
• Document all interactions with patients and clinical staff including patient and nurse introductions
• Demonstrate proficiency with variety of technology platforms

Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in patient care preferred
• Experience with medical terminology preferred
• Technical proficiency of computer software applications
• Extreme attention to detail

Additional Information

The duties listed are intended to describe the essential functions of the position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.