Constant Observer (sitter, Patient Observation) | 36 Hours Per Week | Sitter Float Pool

Grhtotalrewards Inc

West Burlington, US
From $16.00 ph; not specified; not specified
On-site
Direct observation of patients
Monitor safety risks
Report changes to nursing staff
Great River Health is seeking a Constant Observer to provide essential patient monitoring and ensure safety for at-risk individuals. The position requires direct observation under nursing staff supervision and includes various responsibilities related to patient care, with a focus on safety and effective communication

Job Summary

  • Provide direct observation of one or more patients who have been assessed as a safety risk to themselves or others and require constant observation.
  • Observe patients' conditions/behavior and report changes to professional staff, assist in patient repositioning, and use bed/chair alarms for fall prevention.
  • The company offers an aggressive compensation and benefits package including competitive base pay, matching retirement programs, health, dental, and vision plans, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Great River Health is seeking a Constant Observer to provide essential patient monitoring and ensure safety for at-risk individuals. The position requires direct observation under nursing staff supervision and includes various responsibilities related to patient care, with a focus on safety and effective communication.

Salary

From $16.00 per hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct observation of patients
  • Monitor safety risks
  • Report changes to nursing staff
  • Maintain patient safety and well-being

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service principles
  • Human behavior understanding
  • Active listening and empathy
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking

Key Requirements

  • H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
  • MOAB training within 180 days of hire, then every 2 years
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support & First Aid - American Heart Association within 180 Days Required
  • Child Abuse Iowa Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 Days
  • Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 Days

Work Rights

Not specified

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