Patient Safety Observer - Per Diem (BMC Brighton)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Patient Safety Observer (One To One Sitter) performs one to one observation with patients admitted for an attempted suicide, with patients considered actively suicidal and on all patients who may harm themselves or for other safety reasons. Supervised and/or reportable to the following: - Resource Manager Position: Patient Safety Observer Department: Safe Sitter Schedule: Part Time, Per Diem Location: BMC Brighton ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: Responsibilities for patients at risk for suicide, self-injury, harm to others, and disorientation: Must be within arms length of the patient at all times, unless other-wise directed by the charge RN. Must be able to visually monitor patient at all times. Must continuously observe and physically accompany patient to the bathrooms or when patient has to go off the unit for tests. Must make every effort to respect the dignity of the patient. May not leave the patient unattended for any period of time unless relieved by another staff member. If assistance is needed, the sitter must call out for help. If situation is not an emergency, sitter may use call night or telephone in room. Must maintain verbal contact with the patient while awake to provide ongoing monitoring of communication indicating suicidal thoughts, and observe for sudden changes in behavior, and other changes in behavior which may indicate suicide potential. Must report any significant changes in physical and mental status, such as sudden changes in behavior and/or verbalization suicidal thoughts and behavior to the assigned RN immediately. Must report verbalizations and/or behaviors of; self-injury, harming others, self-harm or attempts to leave the hospital to the assigned RN immediately. Demonstrates awareness of potentially hazardous items and informs all Medical Center personnel entering the patient's room to leave any hazardous items outside the room. Assist patient with Activities of daily living (ADLS) Continuously monitors environment for potentially hazardous items and reports presence of hazardous items to assigned RN. Obtains assistance appropriately, according to situations: Demonstrates awareness of: The behaviors/verbalizations and patient issues that require reporting to the charge or assigned RN., and immediacy of need to report this information. Manages emergency situations safely: Reports emergency situations immediately and appropriately. Intervenes with patient appropriately. Responsibilities when patient is in restraints: Performs safety checks by checking restrained extremities at least every 15 minutes for; restraint intact circulation, comfort, and body alignment. Documents safety checks on the restraint observation and documentation record and/or medical/surgical flow sheet. Notifies charge RN./assigned RN. if restraints need adjustment. JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalency. Minimum Skills and Abilities: Able to communicate verbally and in writing in the English Language. Able to lift, transfer and move patients. Certification/Licensure: Must attend 1:1 observation class. Must have BLS (Must be from American Heart Association) by the time of start Training: Successful completion of 1:1 observation class. Compensation Range: $16.29- $24.21 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. 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