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Compass Group

PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$18.36/hr

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. At Crothall Healthcare, a ... Patient Observation, Facilities Management, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Ambulatory Services ...

Compass Group

PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$18.36/hr

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. At Crothall Healthcare, a ... Patient Observation, Facilities Management, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Ambulatory Services ...

Compass Group

PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$18.36/hr

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. At Crothall Healthcare, a ... Patient Observation, Facilities Management, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Ambulatory Services ...

Compass Group

PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$18.36/hr

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. At Crothall Healthcare, a ... Patient Observation, Facilities Management, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Ambulatory Services ...

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What is the difference between A Patient Observer vs A Patient Care Assistant?

AspectA Patient ObserverA Patient Care Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training in observation techniquesHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification or training in basic patient care
Work EnvironmentHospitals, psychiatric facilities, or long-term care settingsHospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and long-term care facilities
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare facilities focusing on patient safety and monitoringDirect patient care, assisting with daily activities and basic health needs
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for patient safety rolesMore involved in hands-on care

While both roles work in healthcare settings, a Patient Observer primarily monitors patients to ensure safety without providing direct care, whereas a Patient Care Assistant actively assists with daily activities and basic health needs. The roles overlap in environments like hospitals but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

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Virtual Sitter / Patient Observer - Float Pool - PRN

Augusta Medical Center

Fishersville, VA • On-site

$16.50 - $21.95/hr

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

The Virtual Sitter/Patient Observer provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. First line of action is to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in at risk behaviors. Summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Knowledgeable and supportive of patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies. The Virtual Sitter/Patient Observer will be assigned to different units based on staffing needs. 

The Virtual Sitter/Patient Observer  role is a position providing support to the patient care team by providing constant observation and monitoring of assigned patients to ensure safety and prevention of injury. Responsible for one-on-one direct, continuous observation for the purpose of injury prevention of patients who might be at high risk to injure themselves or others due to confusion, delirium, self-destructive behavior, or a high likely hood of falling. Responsible for keeping the patient in his/her line of vision at all times and working with others in the healthcare team to assure prompt intervention to prevent physical harm to patients ensuring optimal patient safety and patient comfort.

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