How much do a patient observer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for a patient observer in the United States is $16.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

Aspect A Patient Observer A Patient Care Assistant Required Credentials High school diploma or equivalent; training in observation techniques High school diploma or equivalent; certification or training in basic patient care Work Environment Hospitals, psychiatric facilities, or long-term care settings Hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and long-term care facilities Employer & Industry Usage Healthcare facilities focusing on patient safety and monitoring Direct patient care, assisting with daily activities and basic health needs Common Search & Comparison Often compared for patient safety roles More 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.

$15-$20/hr A Patient Observer Jobs (NOW HIRING) Aug 2026

Calvert Health System

PATIENT OBSERVER

Prince Frederick, MD · On-site

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, receives report about the patient(s) who require continuous observation. The assignment will, at most, be two patients in the same room. * Education:

Calvert Health System

PATIENT OBSERVER

Prince Frederick, MD · On-site

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, receives report about the patient(s) who require continuous observation. The assignment will, at most, be two patients in the same room. * Education:

Calvert Health System

PATIENT OBSERVER

Prince Frederick, MD · On-site

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, receives report about the patient(s) who require continuous observation. The assignment will, at most, be two patients in the same room. * Education:

Calvert Health System

PATIENT OBSERVER

Prince Frederick, MD · On-site

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, receives report about the patient(s) who require continuous observation. The assignment will, at most, be two patients in the same room. * Education:

Moffitt

PATIENT OBSERVER PRN

Long Beach, CA · Remote

$16.75/hr

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of ... Observation may include more than one patient at a time at the remote visual monitoring station.

Moffitt

PATIENT OBSERVER PRN

Long Beach, CA · Remote

$16.75/hr

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of ... Observation may include more than one patient at a time at the remote visual monitoring station.

VPNE Parking Solutions

Weekend Patient Observer

Boston, MA · On-site

Patient Observer Working collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the Patient Observer works under the direction of a Registered Nurse, participating in carrying out nursing ...

VPNE Parking Solutions

Weekend Patient Observer

Boston, MA · On-site

Patient Observer Working collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the Patient Observer works under the direction of a Registered Nurse, participating in carrying out nursing ...

Hackensack Meridian Health

Patient Observer - Full Time Days

Manahawkin, NJ · On-site

$17.42/hr

With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here ... Responsibilities A day in the life of a Patient Observer at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Hackensack Meridian Health

Patient Observer - Full Time Days

Manahawkin, NJ · On-site

$17.42/hr

With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here ... Responsibilities A day in the life of a Patient Observer at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Bryan Health

Remote Patient Observer

Lincoln, NE · On-site

Provides support to the patient care team by providing remote continuous observation of multiple ... This is not a remote position. Position will be located on campus. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *

Bryan Health

Remote Patient Observer

Lincoln, NE · On-site

Provides support to the patient care team by providing remote continuous observation of multiple ... This is not a remote position. Position will be located on campus. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *

VPNE

Weekend Patient Observer

Boston, MA · On-site

$21/hr

Position Summary Working collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the Patient Observer works under the direction of a Registered Nurse, participating in carrying out nursing ...

VPNE

Weekend Patient Observer

Boston, MA · On-site

$21/hr

Position Summary Working collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the Patient Observer works under the direction of a Registered Nurse, participating in carrying out nursing ...

Hackensack Meridian Health

Patient Observer - Full Time Nights

Manahawkin, NJ · On-site

$17.42/hr

With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here ... Responsibilities A day in the life of a Patient Observer at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Hackensack Meridian Health

Patient Observer - Full Time Nights

Manahawkin, NJ · On-site

$17.42/hr

With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here ... Responsibilities A day in the life of a Patient Observer at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

El Camino Hospital

Patient Observer - Per Diem - All - Patient Care Resources @ MV

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$24.69 - $28.36/hr

Applicants MUST apply for position(s) by submitting a separate application for each individual job ... The Patient Observer must uphold established ECH customer service standards at all times.

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El Camino Hospital

Patient Observer - Per Diem - All - Patient Care Resources @ MV

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$24.69 - $28.36/hr

Applicants MUST apply for position(s) by submitting a separate application for each individual job ... The Patient Observer must uphold established ECH customer service standards at all times.

New

Hackensack Meridian Health

Patient Observer - Full Time Nights

Manahawkin, NJ

$17.42/hr

A day in the life of a Patient Observer at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: * Responsible for the safety of the Patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. * Must be able to work in ...

Hackensack Meridian Health

Patient Observer - Full Time Nights

Manahawkin, NJ

Burlington, MA · On-site

$18.50 - $22.75/hr

Patients requiring a Care Companion (formerly called a sitter) could be confused, experiencing ... The Patient Observer/Companion is responsible for the care of the patient and in accordance with ...

Bryan Health

Remote Patient Observer

Lincoln, NE · On-site

Provides support to the patient care team by providing remote continuous observation of multiple ... This is not a remote position. Position will be located on campus. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *

Bryan Health

Remote Patient Observer

Lincoln, NE · On-site

Provides support to the patient care team by providing remote continuous observation of multiple ... This is not a remote position. Position will be located on campus. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *

Massgeneralbrigham

BFT Patient Observer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$17.71 - $24.28/hr

As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving ... Job Summary Summary Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a ...

Massgeneralbrigham

BFT Patient Observer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$17.71 - $24.28/hr

As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving ... Job Summary Summary Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a ...

Massachusetts General Hospital

BFT Patient Observer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$17.71 - $24.28/hr

As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving ... Job Summary Summary Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a ...

Massachusetts General Hospital

BFT Patient Observer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$17.71 - $24.28/hr

As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving ... Job Summary Summary Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a ...

VPNE Parking Solutions

Patient Observer (Per Diem)

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

Patient Observer Working collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the Patient Observer works under the direction of a Registered Nurse, participating in carrying out nursing ...

VPNE Parking Solutions

Patient Observer (Per Diem)

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

Patient Observer Working collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the Patient Observer works under the direction of a Registered Nurse, participating in carrying out nursing ...

Mass General Brigham

BFT Patient Observer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$17.71 - $24.28/hr

As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving ... Job Summary Summary Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a ...

Mass General Brigham

BFT Patient Observer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$17.71 - $24.28/hr

As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving ... Job Summary Summary Under RN direction, provides constant observation to patients identified as a ...

Aspect	A Patient Observer	A Patient Care Assistant
Required Credentials	High school diploma or equivalent; training in observation techniques	High school diploma or equivalent; certification or training in basic patient care
Work Environment	Hospitals, psychiatric facilities, or long-term care settings	Hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and long-term care facilities
Employer & Industry Usage	Healthcare facilities focusing on patient safety and monitoring	Direct patient care, assisting with daily activities and basic health needs
Common Search & Comparison	Often compared for patient safety roles	More involved in hands-on care

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