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Trinity Health Of New England is looking for an experienced Patient Observer/ Advocate; PO to join our team at Mercy Medical Center. This person is responsible for assisting physicians while providing exceptional observation and reporting of patients with a variety of medical conditions.

What you will do

• This critical role performs various duties related to patient assistance and experience patient transportation and the cleaning and stocking of the Emergency Department.
• Responsible for constant bedside observation of patients
• Accurate reporting of all observations made on patients.
• Meets/greets patients/families/visitors in a pleasant manner assisting them with comfort needs throughout their hospital stay.
• Able to show compassion for the human spirit and mind advocacy and transparent communication with patients and families.
• Other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma/GED.
• Ability to pass drug screenings and background checks.
• CPR/ Basic Life Support certification required.
  • American Red Cross (Preferred)
  • American Heart Association (accepted)
• Assault Reduction Training

Schedule

• Full-Time
• 36 hours day shift 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Must work every other weekend and holiday as scheduled.

Ministry/Facility Information

• Great benefits and Health Insurance Coveragestarting Day One!
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Award-winning Hospitals and Departments

Pay Range:$16.50 - $20.95

Pay is based on experience skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercys Rehabilitation Hospital a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.