- Participates in various therapeutic activities such as role planning, behavior modification, comforting/assisting in safety measures of patient's ages 0-18 with developmental/behavioral needs.
- Maintains an environment conducive to patient safety and recovery including, but not limited to completing safety checks, keeping the patient room and unit clean and organized, stocking, cleaning patient-specific equipment, changing bed linens, etc.
- Incorporates therapeutic and diversionary interventions to maintain patient safety, refocus the patient, and promote healthy behaviors.
- Assists patients with ambulation, hygiene, nutrition, linen changes, and other activities of daily living.
- Identifies potential risks and early signs of escalating patient behaviors (e.g, agitation, confusion, anxiety).
- Keeps patient and staff safety at the forefront, engaging the patient in reduction techniques to maintain safety
- Problem solving and critical thinking skills to help implement behavioral interventions.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
- High School diploma required
- One to two years of experience related to patient care or psychiatric training or six months of nursing education preferred
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
- Ability to work independently required.
- Innovative with patient care required.
- Flexible in thinking and approach required.
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Pediatric Close Observer - Rochester, United States - University of Rochester
Description
OpeningFull Time 40 hours Range URC 203 Peds Flex Team Nursing/SMH
Schedule
VARIES; WKNDS/HOLS
Responsibilities
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Close Observer assists in maintaining patient and staff safety by implementing various diversionary strategies, as well as assisting delegated nursing care.
Flexible role on pediatric nursing units collaborating with team members on ensuring the safety of patients with various types of developmental, behavioral and treatment plans.
Incorporate therapeutic and diversionary interventions to maintain patient safety, refocus the patient and promote healthy behaviors.RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better.
In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.
This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
How To ApplyAll applicants must apply online.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Pay Range
Pay Range:
$ $ 22.95 Hourly
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job.
Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
