Clinical Observer - as needed
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Meritus Health
MD
Summary
Provide one-to-one patient observation and support to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, mobility, and nutrition while documenting interactions and reporting safety concerns.
Job Description
Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day
Are you passionate about patient care and safety? Meritus Health is seeking dedicated Clinical Observers to join our Nursing Services team. In this vital role, you’ll provide one-to-one observation and support for patients, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment while assisting with daily living activities.
What You’ll Do
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Provide constant observation and personal care for patients requiring one-to-one support
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Assist with daily living needs: bathing, oral care, mobility, nutrition, and elimination
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Document patient interactions and observations accurately
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Identify and report behavioral changes or safety concerns to nursing staff
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Maintain a hazard-free patient environment and follow safety protocols during transport
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Support nursing assistants and serve as a preceptor for new team members
Qualifications
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High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
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Ability to sit in quiet observation of patient for long periods of time without distraction.
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Experience in customer service or team-based environments a plus
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Current BLS (CPR) certification required
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Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient safety
Physical & Mental Requirements
This role involves frequent standing, walking, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.), as well as continuous mental focus and communication. You’ll also work in conditions that may involve exposure to blood and body fluids.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest health care provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The mission of Meritus Health is to improve the health of the region by providing the best healthcare, health services and medical education. As an anchor organization for the community, Meritus has more than 4,000 employees and serves more than 200,000 residents of the tristate region through Meritus Medical Center, Brook Lane Health Services, Meritus Medical Group, Meritus Home Health, Meritus Equipped for Life, and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine.
Founded
1905
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hagerstown, Maryland
Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest health care provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The mission of Meritus Health is to improve the health of the region by providing the best healthcare, health services and medical education. As an anchor organization for the community, Meritus has more than 4,000 employees and serves more than 200,000 residents of the tristate region through Meritus Medical Center, Brook Lane Health Services, Meritus Medical Group, Meritus Home Health, Meritus Equipped for Life, and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine.
Founded
1905
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hagerstown, Maryland
