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Patient Safety Observer - 32-Hour Nights 11 pm to 7:30 am Haverhill

Lawrence General Hospital

Haverhill, MAJob$15.81–23.5/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$15.81–23.5/hr
Location
Haverhill, MA
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Lawrence General Hospital is hiring a Patient Safety Observer - 32-Hour Nights 11 pm to 7:30 am Haverhill. The Patient Safety Observer provides a safe and comfortable environment for patients at risk of harming themselves or others. This role involves conducting rounds and observations for one to three patients requiring safety observation, assisting with ambulation and mobilization activities, and helping with patient repositioning. The observer also recognizes and responds to patient emergency situations and assists licensed staff with restraints.

Key focus areas include Provide rounds / observation for one (1) to three (3) patients requiring observation for safety, section twelve (12), falls on the same unit and/or the Emergency Department., Provide one to one observations on suicidal patients and others as assigned., and Perform patient assistance with ambulation and mobilization activities safely, including but not limited to assisting patients out of and returning to bed/chair primarily for bathroom privileges..

Successful candidates bring High School Graduate and BLS Certification. Preferred (not required): Patient Observation, Patient Assistance, Recognize Patient Emergency Situations, and Respond Appropriately.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient ObservationPatient AssistanceRecognize Patient Emergency SituationsRespond AppropriatelyApplication and Release of Various RestraintsCommunicate Patient InformationDocument Hand Off Communication ToolMaintain Infection Prevention StandardsFollow Hospital Policies

Qualifications

High School Graduate or EquivalentBLS

Full job description

At Merrimack Health, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The base salary range is $15.81 – $23.50, excluding fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Your final base salary will be determined based on your education, experience, licensure, and internal equity considerations. Offers are typically made below the top of the range to support future salary growth.

Position Summary: Patient Safety Observer 32-hour Nights, 11 pm to 7:30 am Haverhill

To provide a safe and comfortable environment for those patients at risk of harming themselves or others.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provide rounds / observation for one (1) to three (3) patients requiring observation for safety, section twelve (12), falls on the same unit and/or the Emergency Department.

  • Provide one to one observations on suicidal patients and others as assigned.

  • Perform patient assistance with ambulation and mobilization activities safely, including but not limited to assisting patients out of and returning to bed/chair primarily for bathroom privileges.

  • Assist with patient repositioning to provide maximum comfort and safety.

  • Assist in preparing patient and meal tray for patients as directed by RN. Does not feed patients.

  • Recognize patient emergency situations and respond appropriately.

  • Provide assistance to licensed staff in the application and release of various restraints.

  • Acquire pertinent patient information from licensed staff. Communicate patient information and needs to licensed staff and other team members, including alarms.

  • Document on appropriate Hand off Communication Tool in a clear, concise, complete, accurate and legible manner.

  • Maintain infection prevention standards during all activities.

  • Follow hospital policies including, but not limited to, bed/chair exit alarms, emergency preparedness, fall prevention and safe patient handling.

Requirements:

  • Education: High School graduate or equivalent.

  • Licensure/Certification: BLS required.

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