• Job Description

  Req#: 28972

  Summary

  Job Summary

  
  Assists the nurse providing continuous, uninterrupted observation of patients with complex safety needs.

  Job Responsibilities

  • Works with the nursing staff to maintain a safe environment according to organizational standards and policies.
  • Reports abnormal findings.

  Qualifications

  • High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferred
  • No experience required
  • BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

  Skills and Attributes

  • Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
  • Works under minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • Department specific competencies for positions are detailed in the unit/department scope of service.

  Physical Demands

  • Standing: Frequently
  • Walking: Frequently
  • Sitting: Occasionally
  • Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
  • Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
  • Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
  • Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
  • Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
  • Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
  • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
  • Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Occasionally
  • Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Occasionally
  • Climbing: Occasionally
  • Bending/Stooping: Frequently
  • Kneeling: Occasionally
  • Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
  • Reaching: Frequently
  • Talking: Frequently
  • Hearing: Frequently
  • Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
  • Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
  • Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
  • Running: Rarely
  • Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
  • Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
  • Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
  • Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

  Owensboro Health Core Commitments

  
  INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
  
  RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
  
  TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
  
  INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
  
  SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
  
  EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

• About the company

  Owensboro Health is the health system in Owensboro, Kentucky, reaches a 15-county area, serving nearly 300,000 in Western Kentucky and Southern Indiana. A centrally located hospital housing more than 30 specialties.

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