Patient Observation Attendant (Part Time Nights) - Saint Luke's Health Systems : Job Details

The Patient Observation Attendant observes patients under the close supervision and direction of the Registered Nurse. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reports on/off duty to the registered nurse assigned to care for patient. Receives specific observation guidelines from the registered nurse for each patient, shift and assignment. Provides a safe environment for the patient, under the direction of a registered nurse. Remains with patient at all times as directed by the registered nurse. Identifies self to patient and/or family members or significant others. Provide continual observation and monitoring of patient. Reports behavior changes and patient requests to patient care provider or registered nurse. Does not leave patient unattended, even while reporting observations. Accompany patient to/from and during tests or treatments. May assist patient with set up of meals and fluids (only if no known swallowing deficiencies)Maintain patient room in neat, orderly manner. Provides a safe envi...Patient, Registered Nurse, Attendant, Part Time, Night, Healthcare