What are the responsibilities and job description for the Constant Observer, Full Time, Day Shift position at Adventist Health?
Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas. Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast.
Job Summary:
Assumes responsibility for constant patient observation and ensures patient's safety while actively preventing self-harm or harm to others. Assists with meeting limited patient needs and performs routine patient care tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practitioner.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- One year's experience in an outpatient clinic: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: Required
Essential Functions:
- Demonstrates an awareness of patient and personnel safety. Uses patient safety equipment and universal precautions in keeping the area neat and uncluttered. Reports patients’ status and concerns to RNs.
- Performs routine assigned tasks of limited complexity, e.g., checking blood pressures, taking vital signs, recording medications and scribing.
- Demonstrates caring behavior in working with patients, families and members of the health care team. Intervenes, assists and calls for further assistance, as needed. Provides basic nursing care for a group of patients (with regular supervision).
- Elevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior healthcare staff for direction or subject matter expertise.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
