ED Patient Safety Observer – PRN Position Available In Clarke, Georgia

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

12

Hour Night Shift Description:

Patient Safety Observer

• PRN•Nights•Emergency Department•St.

Mary’s Healthcare System, Athens, GA Position Purpose:

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Patient Observer monitors the safety and comfort of the patient who requires frequent or continual observation and contact, due to psychiatric, medical, or safety reasons. The ED Patient Safety Observer is responsible for monitoring patients at high risk of suicide while they are housed in the Emergency Department while waiting on placement at an IP Psychiatric Facility.

What you will do:

Able to assess the direct/indirect needs of the patient w/in the scope of their practice; plans/prioritize patient safety needs; implements appropriate patient safety activities; evaluates effectiveness of specific patient safety activities; communicates patient safety needs; confidentiality issues; Must be pleasant, polite & understanding dealing w/ patient, answering the phone or interacting w/ hospital personnel & guests. Must be quick to respond to patient safety needs. Must have initiative to react to changes in needs. Must be able to work in stressful situations. Should be clean, neat, & have a ” professional” appearance. Must have a high degree of initiative & good decision-making ability.

What you will need:

Licensure/Certification/Registration :

BLS required at time of hire.

Education:

High School Diploma required. Formal specialty training preferred.

Experience:

No experience required. Medical terminology, behavioral health experience preferred.

Ministry/Facility Information:

St Mary’s Health Care System is proud to be a part of Trinity Health, one of the nations largest Catholic Healthcare Organizations. St Mary’s Health Care System includes three hospitals, numerous physician practices, our region’s first medical residency program, a retirement community, extensive outpatient services, and much more. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.