Constant Observer - Behavioral Health - Mercy Lorain Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Work Shift:

Nights (United States of America)

Constant Observer

• Behavioral Health

• Mercy Lorain Hospital

SHIFT/SCHEDULE:

• Full Time

• Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours (Three 12 hour shifts)

• Shift Times

• 7pm

• 7:30am

• Rotating Weekend and Holiday Availability is Required

BASIC PURPOSE:

It is the Constant Observer's responsibility to provide constant observation to patients as directed by the RN. It is expected that safety issues will be monitored and reported to the nursing caregivers. The Constant Observer is utilized to sit with patients who are experiencing the following situations including but not limited to: suicide potential, potential to harm self or others, restless and or confused. The Constant Observer is to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient per BSMH policy.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Reports to the nursing staff.

• Follows hospital dress code which includes wearing a name badge.

• Follows hospital sitter guidelines.

• Identifies signs of patient distress

For behavioral restraints or seclusion, must also understand the following:

• Causes of the threatening behavior exhibited by the patients

• Sometimes this behavior can be related to a medical condition

• How staff behaviors can affect patient behaviors

• De-escalation, mediation, physical intervention and other techniques

• How to recognize physical distress in pts. in restraints or seclusion

• Recognize when to seek staff assistance

When there is not a need for a safety companion:

• May Complete hourly rounding on unit

• May Assist in transportation of patients

• May float to other units for continuous observation

EDUCATION, SPECIALIZED AND/OR TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent

• Must be 18 years or older

• All sitters must maintain yearly training requirements.

• American Heart Association BLS/CPR Certification

Job Hazard Risks:

• Lifting

• Infectious Disease Exposure

• Hazardous Materials Exposure (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical)

• Workplace Violence Potential

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

• Prescription drug coverage

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life insurance w/AD&D

• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

• Paid time off

• Educational Assistance

• And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours

• Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.