Observation Assistant

Patient Observer

Provides constant observation of patients in person who are in need of supervision because of possible danger to self and/or others; change in mental status (confusion) that may place the patient at risk for injury and/or interferes with the effectiveness of medical/surgical equipment.

Essential Duties:

• Provide assistance to licensed staff in the application/removal of restraints
• Performs patient assistance such as ambulation and mobilization activities safely.
• Recognize patient emergency situations and respond in an appropriate manner.
• Provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients via Avasys.
• Will verbally re-direct patients from engaging in risk behaviors
• Demonstrates knowledge of operational competency of the Avasys Monitoring System

Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/

Experience:

• Able to follow directions.
• Demonstrates dependability, punctuality and flexibility.
• Successfully completes class on role and responsibilities.
• Command of verbal and written English.
• Must visibly demonstrate commitment to customer service by providing timely, positive responses to the needs of all customers including patients, families, co-workers and staff.

Educational Requirements:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Completion of Hospital Orientation / Observation Aide Orientation and Avasys Orientation.

Age Specific Criteria:

• Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.
• Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations:
  Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.