Constant Observer - CNA

Constant Observer - CNA Johns Hopkins Medicine United States, Maryland, Columbia 5755 Cedar Lane (Show on map) Apr 07, 2026 Apply Refer a Friend Back Share This Page Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share via Email Job Details Requisition #: 666129

Location:

Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, Columbia, MD 21044

Category:

Nursing Support/Patient Care Schedule:

Night Shift Employment Type:

Limited Make it Happen at Hopkins!

Position Details:

Status:

Limited; 24 hours/week 8-hour night shift, 11pm - 7:30am Weekend work required Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center is a private, not-for-profit, community health care provider, governed by a community-based board of trustees. Since its founding in 1973, the original 59-bed, short-stay hospital has grown into a comprehensive acute care medical center with 226 licensed beds. We specialize in women's and children's services, surgery, cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, gerontology, psychiatry, emergency services and community health education. In June 1998, Howard County General Hospital joined Johns Hopkins Medicine. In June 2023, the hospital was renamed Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. The Constant Observer (CO) is an entry level position that provides direct patient observation in an inpatient setting in order to assure the safety and well-being of the patient under the supervision of the RN. The constant observer is responsible to assist in the plan of care for specific patients related to patient safety and functions to continuously observe patients who are at risk for any type of harm. The constant observer is an integral part of the health care team and works closely with the nursing care team to ensure the patient's safety. Why COs love

Howard County Medical Center:

Warm and collegial environment Fantastic benefits: https://hcgh.mybenefitsjhhs.com/ Free parking and more Practice self-care with Healthy @ Hopkins Hear what our hospital president has to say about what we do and why we do it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qj5KuB34gU8

Education:

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma Licensure/Certification:

Nursing Assistant Certification from the Maryland Board of Nursing required. Current CPR certification required.

Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to respond quickly to aggressive patient behaviors and have the ability to learn and implement high risk patient safety skills. Possess clear, effective verbal and written communication, documentation and accountability measures consistent with hospital/departmental standards.

Salary Range:

Minimum 16.25/hour - Maximum 25.19/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Apply