Constant Observer ED FT Days at Metrowest Medical Center summary:
The Constant Observer position at MetroWest Medical Center involves monitoring patients to ensure their safety and prevent harm or elopement, under the supervision of an RN or LPN. This role requires observation and reporting patient status to nursing staff to maintain a secure care environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with preference given to those enrolled in nursing programs and undergoing clinical training.
MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a location close to home. The 307-bed regional healthcare system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center has been named to the 2019 America’s 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.
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Onboarding Process: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse, is responsible for observing the patient and reporting observations to the RN/LPN to protect the patient from injury or harm to themselves or others and to prevent elopement
Qualifications:
Education:
Required: High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: Enrollment in a professional nursing school with completion of fundamentals of nursing (lecture and clinical), and currently in first year of clinical rotation."
Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.
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Keywords:
patient observation, hospital safety, healthcare assistance, patient monitoring, nursing support, hospital care, safety prevention, clinical supervision, patient advocate, medical center