Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs tasks and direct observation of patients and colleagues to support a safe patient care environment.

Education:
• GED/high school diploma preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.

1. Maintains the safety and security of the patient.

•  Provides continuous observation and documentation for patients at risk for self-harm, elopement, or injury, as delegated by the RN. Under no circumstances is the patient to be left unattended.
•  Instructs patient to remain in bed or chair at all times until assistance arrives, as delegated by the RN.
• Calls out for assistance and/or utilizes call light for assistance in de-escalating patient and addressing at-risk behaviors.
• Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance to the nurse.

2. Enforces adherence to infection prevention precautions for patients, colleagues, and visitors.

• Follows hospital policies to prevent the transmission of infections.
•  Sets up patient room with appropriate signage and PPE supplies.
•  Observes donning and doffing of PPE for all personnel entering and exiting the patient room.
• Maintain record of all colleagues entering and exiting the patient room.
• Assures equipment is cleaned and maintained per policy between patient encounters.
• Assists with coordinating movement of a COVID-19 positive or presumptive positive patient.

3. Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital.

• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
•  Meets punctuality and attendance expectations.
• Uses designated lines of communication and authority.
• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.
• Interacts with patient/visitors and others in a courteous and respectful manner.

4. Performs other related work as required or requested.