Patient Observation Assistant (Full Time And Part Time

Job Summary

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

• Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patient’s condition and behavior at all times.
• Completes observation reports at established intervals.
• Takes initiative in compassionately rendering service or responding to needs and interacts hospitably with staff, patients, visitors and work colleagues.
• Remains at the bedside of the assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at‑risk behaviors.
• Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when a patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
• Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues, ensuring the environment is safe and reporting hazards.
• Assists in calming and/or reorienting a patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Assists with keeping the patient’s room safe and orderly.
• Accompanies the patient when diagnostic testing is required.
• Immediately summons nursing staff if the patient requires assistance, control, or other nursing interventions, or exhibits unusual behavior or verbalizations; reports any potentially dangerous behavior or concerning conversations to the nurse.
• Participates in hand‑off of pertinent information/behavior about the assigned patient when arriving on the unit and upon completion of shift; arranges coverage around meal break times and informs the nurse prior to leaving the patient for any reason.
• Assists the patient with ordering the dietary tray and setting up the meal tray; assists with basic positioning, wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if the patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe by the assigned staff nurse.
• Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, etc.
• Accepts suggestions and direction from supervisors and hospital staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures; honors department attendance, break, behavior, dress, personal hygiene, and safety codes.
• Honors all confidentiality and other regulatory requirements.
• Accepts and absorbs the department and hospital education program.
• Assists other associates as necessary and responds to direction as provided.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR AED or basic life support healthcare provider (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 prior experience is preferred.

• Full‑time and part‑time positions offered benefits including retirement plan, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and voluntary benefits such as critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal services, and choice auto and home program.
• Full‑time positions also offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts.

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening.