Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Observation Assistant/Companion for a night shift role, focusing on providing continuous patient observation and support to ensure safety and promote a therapeutic environment. The position requires compassionate interaction with patients, assisting with daily living tasks, and effective communication with healthcare team members
Job Summary
Lehigh Valley Health Network is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization committed to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
The role involves providing continuous, direct, one-to-one patient observation to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment and assisting patients with meals, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer that provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or other protected classes.
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Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Observation Assistant/Companion for a night shift role, focusing on providing continuous patient observation and support to ensure safety and promote a therapeutic environment. The position requires compassionate interaction with patients, assisting with daily living tasks, and effective communication with healthcare team members.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
continuous patient observation
assist with activities of daily living
document in electronic medical record
communicate with care team members
work night shifts
walk or stand for prolonged periods
Nice-to-have
compassionate patient interaction
ability to deescalate tense situations
teamwork and collaboration
assist with patient ambulation
respond rapidly to emergencies
Key Requirements
Must be 18 years or older
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification within 30 days
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED certification within 30 days