Patient Observer - Inpatient Behavioral Health

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.

Northampton, MA, US
Base: $18.10 - $25.16phly; bonus/equity: not speci...
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Constant patient attendance required
Ability to communicate with children and adults
Follow unit shift charge nurse direction
** Cooley Dickinson Hospital, part of the Mass General Brigham system, is seeking a Patient Observer for their Inpatient Behavioral Health department. The role involves ensuring the safety of patients under the direction of nursing staff, requiring strong communication skills and a clinical background. **

Job Summary

  • The Patient Care Observer is responsible for remaining in constant attendance with an assigned patient to help maintain the patient's safety under the direction of the unit's Shift Charge Nurse.
  • This position operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures at Cooley Dickinson Hospital, a member of the Mass General Brigham system.
  • The role offers competitive base pay ranging from $18.10 to $25.16 per hour along with comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Matching Summary

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** Cooley Dickinson Hospital, part of the Mass General Brigham system, is seeking a Patient Observer for their Inpatient Behavioral Health department. The role involves ensuring the safety of patients under the direction of nursing staff, requiring strong communication skills and a clinical background. **

Salary

Base: $18.10 - $25.16/Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, career advancement, differentials, premiums, and bonuses

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Constant patient attendance required
  • Ability to communicate with children and adults
  • Follow unit shift charge nurse direction

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in clinical environment preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Part of 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
  • Clinical environment experience preferred
  • Per Diem employee type

Work Rights

Not specified

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