Patient Safety Observer - Days

Swh Swedish Hospital Chicago

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Key Responsibilities

Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Covenant Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital.

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$17.35 - $24.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position: Patient Safety Observer Virtual
Location: Chicago, IL
Full Time - 36 hours per week
Hours: Days (7a-7:30p); rotating weekends and holidays required
Required Travel: Floats to inpatient units as a bedside patient safety observer

Responsibilities

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→Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Covenant Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital.
→Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the video monitoring software.
→Maintains visual observation of patient at all times, either monitoring at the bedside within an arm’s length of assigned patient or using video monitors in the virtual patient observation unit.
→Verbally redirects patients at the bedside or over digital two-way audio device that is in patient room. Patient Safety Observer immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance or to alert to an emergency situation.
→Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate observation to the patient population requiring observation.
→Participates in report with on-coming Patient Safety Observer when arriving for shift, and upon completion of shift. Reviews pertinent information and behaviors.
→Does not provide any nursing care duties (e.g. vital signs, toileting, ambulation, acuity of daily living), unless they are oriented and authorized to direct patient care.
→Provides patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions.
→Provides floor staff with information in a timely fashion when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment safety. Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to appropriate staff members.
→Demonstrates safe work practice and attitude, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs.
→Maintains patient dignity and privacy.
→Performs other duties as assigned.
→Capable of continuous monitoring of up to 16 patients on one monitor at one time and re-mains alert at all times while on duty
→Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset
→Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes
→Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff
→Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
→Efficiency in multitasking and able to prioritize simultaneous situations

→High School Required
→Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
→Ability to sit for long periods of time and remain attentive to patient.
→Ability to react quickly in emergency situations, to give verbal redirection to patients and to alert nursing staff as needed.
→Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required.
→Proficiency in both verbal and written communications.

What We Offer

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✓Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)

✓Incentive pay for select positions

✓Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

✓Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

✓Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

✓Tuition Reimbursement

✓Discounted Parking

✓Wellness Program Savings Plan

✓Health Savings Account Options

✓Retirement Options with Company Match

✓Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

✓Community Involvement Opportunities

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job

Swh Swedish Hospital Chicago

On-site at the office

Who can apply

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About this job

Pay per year: ≈ $36,088–$50,523 a year; 36% below the $67,500 median for Other jobs on Jobera (122,729 salaries).
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