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Patient Safety Observer – Nursing Administration, Per Diem
UMass Memorial Health. Provide continuous safety observation of assigned patients .
Posted 11/12/2026part-timeSouthbridge • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $15 - $22 per hourWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates the ability to provide continuous safety observation and support for patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity while assisting with daily living activities. Proficient in documenting care and communicating effectively with healthcare staff.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Continuous Safety ObservationCPR CertificationPatient Transport AssistanceDocumentation of CareActivities of Daily Living Support
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Hard Skills
Patient Safety MonitoringDocumentation SkillsAmbulating PatientsFeeding AssistanceRepositioning Patients
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationEmpathyAdvocacy for Patients
Certifications & Qualifications
CPR Certification
Industry Keywords
Healthcare SettingPatient CareInfection ControlPPE ComplianceBehavioral Observation
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide continuous safety observation of assigned patients
- Ensure patient safety and comfort, including during bathroom use and transport to other departments
- Support activities of daily living, including ambulating, feeding, and repositioning patients as directed by nursing
- Engage patients in appropriate casual conversation and activities such as sensory boxes, cards, coloring books, and games
- Document and communicate all care through report with the designated staff member
- Report issues and concerns immediately to the licensed clinical charge person
- Monitor visitors to prevent unsafe materials from being shared with patients
- Maintain 15-minute checks with documentation unless otherwise directed
- Follow directions of the nurse in charge
- Transport patients when directed by licensed staff
- Perform ancillary activities such as making beds, stocking, and assisting with patient transport when not observing patients
- Float to areas with patient needs
- Maintain patient dignity and advocate for patients
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School diploma or equivalent
- CPR Certification within 6 months of hire
- Previous position held in a healthcare setting preferred
- Ability to provide continuous safety observation of assigned patients
- Ability to observe for suicidal and/or violent behavior and maintain patients in visual field
- Ability to document 15-minute checks and communicate care through report
- Ability to follow directions of the nurse in charge
- Ability to transport patients and assist with activities of daily living as directed
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands and work around infectious diseases, radiation, PPE, and potentially abusive behavior
Benefits
Comp & perks- Signing bonus may be available, subject to eligibility
- Compensation prorated based on scheduled weekly hours
- CPR certification provided/allowed within 6 months of hire