Patient Observation Assistant

We are hiring immediately for full and part time PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT positions.
Address:
Dell Children Medical Center – 4900 Mueller Boulevard, Austin, TX 78723.

Note:

online applications accepted only.

Schedule:

Full time and part time schedules; days and hours may vary. Open availability preferred; more details upon interview.
Requirement:
Prior patient observation experience preferred. High school degree or GED required.
Perks:
No experience necessary! Paid training offered!
Pay Range: $16.00 per hour to $19.00 per hour.

Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.

• Visually and audibly monitor the assigned patient's condition and behavior at all times.
• Complete observation reports at established intervals.
• Takes initiative in compassionately rendering service or responding to needs. Interacts hospitably, cheerfully, and supportively with staff, patients, visitors, and work colleagues.
• Remain at the bedside of an assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Verbally redirect the patient from engaging in at‑risk behaviors.
• Seek help or advice as soon as possible when the patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
• Participate in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assure patient environment is safe; report any safety hazards to the charge nurse; remove visible hazards and report as appropriate.
• Assist in calming and/or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Assist with keeping the patient's room safe and orderly.
• Accompany patient when diagnostic testing is required.
• Immediately summon nursing staff if the patient requires assistance, control, or other nursing interventions, or exhibits unusual behavior or verbalizations. Immediately report any potentially dangerous behavior or concerning conversations to the nurse.
• Participate in hand‑off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment. Arrange coverage around meal break times with nurse and inform nurse prior to leaving patient for any reason.
• Assist patient with ordering dietary tray and setting up of patient's meal tray; assist with basic positioning of patient; assist with patient wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe by assigned staff nurse.
• Respond rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, etc.
• Accept suggestions and direction from supervisors and hospital staff.
• Demonstrate knowledge of department policies and procedures. Honor department's attendance, break, behavior, dress, personal hygiene, and safety codes.
• Honor all confidentiality and other regulatory requirements.
• Accept and absorb department and hospital education program.
• Assist other associates as necessary. Respond to direction as provided.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR AED or BLS-HCP certification required within 30 days of hire, if required at the facility.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods. Requires bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• One to two years of previous experience preferred.

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For information on paid time off benefits, see

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