Patient Safety Monitor, Emergency Department

Job description

Min USD $15.50/Hr. Max: USD $21.44/Hr. Overview: Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs tasks and direct observation of patients and colleagues to support a safe patient care environment. Highlights & Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness Benefits - Memorial HR: Qualifications: Education:• GED/high school diploma preferred. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:• Interpersonal and communication skills. • Ability to follow written and verbal directions. Responsibilities: 1. Maintains the safety and security of the patient. 2. Enforces adherence to infection prevention precautions for patients, colleagues, and visitors. 3. Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital. 4. Performs other related work as required or requested. - Provides continuous observation and documentation for patients at risk for self-harm, elopement, or injury, as delegated by the RN. Under no circumstances is the patient to be left unattended. - Instructs patient to remain in bed or chair at all times until assistance arrives, as delegated by the RN. - Calls out for assistance and/or utilizes call light for assistance in de-escalating patien...