Patient Safety Observer
Lawrence General Hospital - Haverhill
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nOur two campuses in Methuen and Haverhill have a total of 320 beds, and we are a full-service, acute care hospital offering comprehensive inpatient medical/surgical units, outpatient care, and 24/7 emergency services. We have three behavioral health units: cardiac telemetry, and critical care service lines. Our Haverhill campus offers all private rooms, and our Methuen campus offers a new state-of-the-art catheterization suite and Joint Center of Excellence, named as a Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction+ Center for Knee and Hip Replacement.
nPosition Summary:
nTo provide a safe and comfortable environment for those patients at risk of harming themselves or others.
nResponsibilities:
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Provide rounds / observation for one (1) to three (3) patients requiring observation for safety, section twelve (12), falls on the same unit and/or the Emergency Department.
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Provide one to one observations on suicidal patients and others as assigned.
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Perform patient assistance with ambulation and mobilization activities safely, including but not limited to assisting patients out of and returning to bed/chair primarily for bathroom privileges.
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Assist with patient repositioning to provide maximum comfort and safety.
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Assist in preparing patient and meal tray for patients as directed by RN. Does not feed patients.
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Recognize patient emergency situations and respond appropriately.
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Provide assistance to licensed staff in the application and release of various restraints.
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Acquire pertinent patient information from licensed staff. Communicate patient information and needs to licensed staff and other team members, including alarms.
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Document on appropriate Hand off Communication Tool in a clear, concise, complete, accurate and legible manner.
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Maintain infection prevention standards during all activities.
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Follow hospital policies including, but not limited to, bed/chair exit alarms, emergency preparedness, fall prevention and safe patient handling.
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Qualifications:
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Education: High School graduate or equivalent.
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Licensure/Certification: BLS required.
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