Job Description:

Under the direction of the ED Nurse Director or designee provides support to the patient care team by providing constant observation and monitoring of assigned patients to ensure safety and prevention of injury. Provides support services to direct care givers and patients through ensuring a clean and ready environment, stocking and environmental support and duties directly related to patients are provided with direction from the RN.


Salem Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment, and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.



Qualifications

• Current CPR/First Aid. Successful completion of de-escalation and restraint training withing 30 days of hire.


• Ability to physically restrain out of control individuals after training.


• Requires intense attention to ensure a safe environment.


• Ability to concentrate and pay attention.


• Ability to read and write English. Must see, hear, and speak well.


• Effective communication and de-escalation skills with patients of diverse age, population, and multitude of cultural/ethical backgrounds.


• Basic computer skills which may be acquired through on the job training.


• Experience in an acute care hospital setting, inpatient mental health unit or any related experience


• A minimum of a High School education or equivalent required

EEO Statement

Salem Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Apply Now