Patient Safety Sitter- Emergency Room- Old Bridge - Per diem- Evening at Hackensack Meridian Health

Old Bridge Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

17.12

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Safety, Observation, Communication, Teamwork, Confidentiality, Behavior Monitoring, Safety Risk Assessment, Intervention Application, Mobility, Isolation Precautions

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. Responsibilities A day in the life of a Patient Safety Sitter at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: Responsible for the safety of patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse Observes patient status for changes in behavior and reports all observations to the Registered Nurse Ensures patient safety by providing a safe environment, observes the patient's environments for safety risks and takes necessary steps to reduce the risk. Applies appropriate interventions: Observe, redirect, diversional activities. Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions. Ensures positive patient and team interactions by promoting HMH core beliefs and standards of Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy and dignity. Other duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. The ability to stay mobile according to the patients' movement including the ability to stand for periods of time. Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Previous work experience in a hospital setting preferred. Experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT, Nurse Aide Training, or current Nursing/Psychology student are all preferred. Licenses and Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required prior to performing patient observation. If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today! Starting Minimum Rate Starting at $17.12 Hourly Job Posting Disclosure HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Responsibilities

The Patient Safety Sitter is responsible for ensuring the safety of patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse, observing patient behavior, and reporting any changes. They also maintain a safe environment and apply appropriate interventions to promote patient well-being.