Endeavor Health · 2 months ago
Patient Safety Observer - Emergency Room - Per Diem
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17/hr - $23.80/hrEndeavor Health is seeking a Patient Safety Observer for their Emergency Room. The role involves monitoring patients remotely or at the bedside to ensure their safety and providing continuous observation, while summoning nursing staff as needed.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Covenant Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital
Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the video monitoring software
Maintains visual observation of patient at all times, either monitoring at the bedside within an arm's length of assigned patient or using video monitors in the virtual patient observation unit
Verbally redirects patients at the bedside or over digital two-way audio device that is in patient room. Patient Safety Observer immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance or to alert to an emergency situation
Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate observation to the patient population requiring observation
Participates in report with on-coming Patient Safety Observer when arriving for shift, and upon completion of shift. Reviews pertinent information and behaviors
Does not provide any nursing care duties (e.g. vital signs, toileting, ambulation, acuity of daily living), unless they are oriented and authorized to direct patient care
Provides patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions
Provides floor staff with information in a timely fashion when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment safety. Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to appropriate staff members
Demonstrates safe work practice and attitude, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs
Maintains patient dignity and privacy
Performs other duties as assigned
Capable of continuous monitoring of up to 16 patients on one monitor at one time and remains alert at all times while on duty
Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset
Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes
Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
Efficiency in multitasking and able to prioritize simultaneous situations
Qualification
Required
High School or equivalent required
Ability to sit for long periods of time and remain attentive to patient
Ability to react quickly in emergency situations, to give verbal redirection to patients and to alert nursing staff as needed
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required
Proficiency in both verbal and written communications
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Covenant Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital
Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the video monitoring software
Maintains visual observation of patient at all times, either monitoring at the bedside within an arm's length of assigned patient or using video monitors in the virtual patient observation unit
Verbally redirects patients at the bedside or over digital two-way audio device that is in patient room
Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate observation to the patient population requiring observation
Participates in report with on-coming Patient Safety Observer when arriving for shift, and upon completion of shift
Does not provide any nursing care duties (e.g. vital signs, toileting, ambulation, acuity of daily living), unless they are oriented and authorized to direct patient care
Provides patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions
Provides floor staff with information in a timely fashion when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others
Demonstrates safe work practice and attitude, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs
Maintains patient dignity and privacy
Capable of continuous monitoring of up to 16 patients on one monitor at one time and remains alert at all times while on duty
Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset
Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes
Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
Efficiency in multitasking and able to prioritize simultaneous situations
Benefits
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Retirement Options with Company Match
Community Involvement Opportunities
Company
Endeavor Health
Endeavor Health is a health system helping community health and wellbeing, advancing health equity, and supporting local economic growth.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Justice
2024-12-16Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Laura Morgan
System Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer
Brad Bennett
System Assistant Vice President, Venture Partnerships and Funding
Recent News
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