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PRN Patient Care Observer (nights) - Penn Presbyterian Resource Pool
Job ID: 336480
Category: Clinical Support
Work Type: PER DIEM
Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Work Schedule: Per diem nights
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Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life\'s work?
Summary:
- Works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and supports both the Registered Nurse and Certified Nursing Assistant by providing continuous observation to patients that require 1:1 observation. Supports team focused relationships to ensure patient safety and improved outcomes. Demonstrates accountability to the patient, family, self and the healthcare team.
Responsibilities:
- Patient/Customer:\tIdentifies patient using 2 patient identifiers according to PPMC policy before carrying out functions\tReceives report from the RN and NA including pertinent information related to patient care at change of shift\tIntroduces self and ask patient how he/she wishes to be addressed\tCommunication with patient using interventions to decrease agitation and confusion\tProtects privacy of the patient and observes confidentiality policy\tProvides optimal stimulation and appropriate activities based on the patient needs\tSupports and contributes to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center patient satisfaction goals
- Age Specific:\tProvide age-appropriate activities and communication
- Patient/Employee Safety:\tMaintains a safe environment and protects patient from injury\tPerforms 1:1 observation according to PPMC policy\tAccompanies patient when leaving the unit, does not leave the patient unless relieved by another staff members\tUtilizes safety devices, places call bell within patients reach\tPromotes infection control: performs proper hand hygiene, maintains universal precautions, carries out isolation procedures
- Operations:\tDocument 1:1 observation according to PPMC policy\tEnsure the patient is safe and that assistance is able to be provided in a quick and timely manner\tPerform duties in accordance with PPMC mission, values, policies, and procedures\tSupport and contribute to PPMC patient satisfaction goals\tEstablishes and maintains good working relationships\tPrepares meal tray and patient for mealtime, assists with feeding patients are not on swallowing precautions\tAssist RN/CNA with incontinence care, turning the patient, and patient hygiene\tAssist patients out of bed and ambulate patients if appropriate in room, to bathroom, or hallways.\tAssist with patient transfers from bed to chair, wheelchair, stretcher. If patient not independent, assist nursing staff with patient's mobility
- using proper body mechanics.
Credentials:
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
- Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience: •And Prior Healthcare Experienced Preferred
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Live Your Life\'s Work
We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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