Saint Barnabas Health Care System Hiring for SAFETY MONITOR AIDE at Elizabeth, New Jersey Full Time

SAFETY MONITOR AIDE Req #: Z8424 Category: Patient Safety Aide Status: Part-Time Shift: Evening Department: Nursing Float Pool Location: NEW POINT CAMPUS, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206 JOB SUMMARY This position will provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. The first line of action will be to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in any at risk behaviors. Next will be to summon the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Monitor staff will be knowledgeable and abide by patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies. Educational Skills Required (Degree(s), Certification(s), License, etc.) High school graduate or G.E.D. with general knowledge of the hospital setting preferred Work Experience Required Previous experience in a hospital environment preferred Previous clinical experience preferred Previous direct patient care experience preferred Certification preferred (Nurse Assistant/Medical Assistant) Capable of continuous monitoring of up to 16 patients 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 operation skills Basic Microsoft windows experience Efficiency in multitasking Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.