Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.
Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits, relocation assistance plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!

Trained Observer, Nursing Administration, Port Angeles, .9 FTE, Variable/Wknd/Hol/On Call
Hourly Wage
17.12 - 24.86 USD

SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:

• Shift Differentials:
  • Evening 3.00
  • Night 5.00

• Premiums:
  • Weekend Premium 4.50
  • Per Diem Premium 15% (on rate of pay, in lieu of benefits)
  • Lead 3.25

JOB SUMMARY:
The Trained Observer is an entry level position that provides direct patient observation in order to redirect unsafe patient behaviors in an inpatient setting. The Trained Observer strictly performs within their scope of practice as they are trained in basic activities related to the patient’s safety, care and comfort. This position functions as a member of the nursing care team and works under the direction and close supervision of professional nursing staff and the House Supervisor. The Trained Observer prevents the patient from harming themselves or removing medical equipment that could delay the healing process, usually by means of verbal interaction (reassurance and reorientation) and takes appropriate action when required to include accurately reporting immediately to the nurse any change in the patient’s behavior or status. This position involves a range of tasks, including, but not limited to ensuring that the assigned patient(s) is/are safe and unable to harm themselves, communicates effectively with patients and staff, demonstrates a positive and caring attitude and sensitivity to patient’s emotional, social and behavioral needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
High School diploma or equivalent, required.
Experience
Minimum one-year experience in long-term or acute care setting preferred.
Licensure/Credentials
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
NA-C (CNA) or NA-R (RNA), preferred.
Union
SEIU 1199 Service and Dietary.

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

• Insurance Plans
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term and Long-Term Disability

• Retirement Programs (Pension Plan, 403(b) and 457(b) Retirement Plans)
• Paid Time Off (upon hire into a benefit eligible position)
  • Full-time Employee Holidays – 7 fixed holidays and 3 Floating holidays. Floating holidays are allotted annually on anniversary date or date specified by contract.
  • Part-time Employee Holidays – Part time holiday bank (equivalent to 10 days per year for a full-time employee); use by request or receive payout of 8 hours upon reaching 24 hours in bank.
  • Vacation – Beginning accrual equivalent to 12 days per year for a full-time employee. Pro-rated for part-time employees. Employees may begin using vacation after completing 1040 benefit hours. Accrual rate increases with years of service. Refer to your Labor Agreement for details.
  • Short Term Disability (STD) – Partial wage replacement for your own disability, or in some cases for the care of a disabled family member. This plan is available at no cost to the employee.

• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Additional Benefits, such as:
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fitness Club Reimbursement (available beginning the first full month of employment in a benefit eligible position)
    • $20 per month fitness reimbursement
  • Cafeteria and Espresso Bar 10% employee discount
    • $10 certificate to the cafeteria on your birthday month!
  • Verizon and AT&T mobile plan discounts

Other Compensation:

• Relocation Assistance