What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Observer - 24hrs/Night Shift position at Brigham and Women's Hospital?
Site : Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and / or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,00 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and Franklin counties.Job SummaryThe 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 is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.This position reports to the Respiratory Therapy Manager and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.Remain in constant attendance with assigned high risk patient until relieved by assigned member of the healthcare team.Immediately report any observed change in the patient's condition to the patient's nurse.Perform the following tasks as necessary to maintain patient comfort and safety :
- Falls prevention
- Assist to place patient's extremities back into bed as needed
- Remove clutter or items within patient's reach
- Offer assistance with toileting
- Assist patient with ambulation (uses assistive devices as appropriate)
- Offer food and fluids
- Assist with turning and repositioning while maintaining patient privacy and dignity
- Recognize when / how to call for helpQualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to communicate with children and / or adults required
- AVADE certification required within 6 months
- Experience working in a clinical environment preferred
- American Heart Association BLS certification required within 30 days of hireAdditional Job Details (if applicable)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location30 Locust StreetScheduled Weekly Hours24Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftNight (United States of America)EEO Statement : Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
