PATIENT SAFETY OBSERVER Details

PATIENT SAFETY OBSERVER

UMass Memorial Health - Harrington - Southbridge, MA

Employment Type : Full-Time

• GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Patient Safety Observer is responsible to provide continuous safety observation of patients to which they are assigned. The primary function in this role is to ensure patient safety and comfort. As part of the care team the Patient Observer may be asked to participate in supporting the patients with their activities of daily living, including, but not limited to, ambulating, feeding, and repositioning of patients as directed by nursing. The Patient Safety Observer may engage with the patients if appropriate and can use casual talk, sensory box including cards, coloring books, games. All care is to be documented and communicated through report with the designated staff member. All issues/concerns are to be reported immediately to the licensed clinical charge person.
• WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Previous position held in a healthcare setting preferred.
• EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalent. CPR Certification within 6 months of hire.

Location: UMass Memorial Health - Harrington · HH 2ND NORTH (MED/SURG)
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, 36