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Constant Observer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

VIP Host - Fillmore Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$21 - $27/hr

Constant observation of lounge area, upholding the ambiance of the lounge or seating section * Exhibiting articulate vocabulary with the ability to adapt and socialize with audience * Presenting ...

Grill Cook

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious. * Act with Agility ... Observe food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures * Follow recipes and procedures to maintain ...

Grill Cook

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$19/hr

Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious. * Act with Agility ... Observe food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures * Follow recipes and procedures to maintain ...

Grill Cook

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious. * Act with Agility ... Observe food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures * Follow recipes and procedures to maintain ...

Shift Leader/Shift Manager

Fairmont, MN · On-site

$13.75 - $17/hr

... with a constant focus on profitability Maintaining a cooperative and professional working ... observed and enforced throughout your shift Performing other tasks as directed by ...

... with a constant focus on profitabilityMaintaining a cooperative and professional working ... observed and enforced throughout your shiftPerforming other tasks as directed by managementAs a ...

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How much do constant observer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for constant observer in Minnesota is $16.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $17.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the constant observer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Constant Observer, you need keen observational skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers requiring CPR or Basic Life Support certification. Familiarity with electronic monitoring systems and hospital communication tools is often necessary. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to remain calm under stress are essential for succeeding in this role. These attributes help ensure patient safety and effective incident reporting in healthcare settings.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a constant observer in a hospital setting?

Constant Observers are primarily responsible for closely monitoring patients who may be at risk for self-harm, falls, or other safety concerns, typically on a one-on-one basis. This role involves maintaining visual and sometimes verbal contact at all times, documenting observations, and promptly reporting any changes in a patient’s condition to the nursing staff. You may assist with basic patient needs under supervision while maintaining professional boundaries. Constant Observers usually work alongside nursing teams, contributing to a safe and supportive environment for vulnerable patients.

What is a constant observer?

A Constant Observer is a healthcare worker responsible for monitoring patients who require continuous supervision to ensure their safety. This role is often needed for patients at risk of falls, self-harm, or other safety concerns. Observers provide non-clinical support by keeping patients in sight at all times and alerting nursing staff to any issues. They must remain attentive and communicate effectively with the care team. This position is commonly found in hospitals, psychiatric units, and long-term care facilities.

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Infographic showing various Constant Observer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,048 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

Residential Reentry Shift Staff - On-Call

Volunteers of America

Roseville, MN • On-site

$18.96/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago


Volunteers Of America rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 127 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

387th of 771 rated non-profit organizations


Job description

Come join our life-changing team building hope, resilience and well-being as Residential Reentry Shift Staff!
Shift Details: On-Call - scheduled for shift pick up 2 weeks per month
Compensation: $18.96/hr + a $4.93/hr health and wellness benefit
  • Eligible for shift differential:
    • 2nd Shift Coverage - $.50/hr
    • 3rd Shift Coverage - $1.00/hr

Location: 1771 Kent St, Roseville, MN 55113
About the job:
Correctional duties involve the supervision, custody, treatment, and training of residents. Duties are performed under the supervision of the Residential Reentry Staff Manager and in accordance with Bureau of Prisons, Department of Corrections, and Volunteers of America operational procedures.
Essentials:
  • Builds and maintains rapport with residents.
  • Defuses and controls disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
  • Uses verbal and listening skills to determine potential resident problems, such as suicide risk, intoxication, drug usage, assaultive behavior, etc.
  • Informs and explains RRC rules to residents.
  • Communicates information regarding security, safety and operations through the chain of command.
  • Monitors residents and visitors, watching closely for unusual behavior, improper conduct or signs of conflict.
  • Supervises periods of recreational activity.
  • Searches residents, by pat method, to detect and confiscate contraband or unapproved items.
  • Searches resident living quarters, recreational areas, visiting areas and other areas in buildings or on the grounds for contraband and unapproved items.
  • Searches the perimeter of an area by making checks on foot, to ensure there are no security breaches or contraband
  • Communicates with other staff and Case Manager to inform about resident behaviors, incidents and/or to request assistance.
  • Coordinates facility head counts to confirm total population.
  • Checks IDs to ensure only authorized persons enter or leave facility.
  • Processes new admissions and discharges.
  • Responds to emergency situations according to facility procedures, such as medical, fire, security, etc.
  • Writes narrative reports describing events that have happened, such as confidential reports, incident reports, disciplinary reports, special observation reports, etc.
  • Reads and writes short notes in a log book as a means of passing information about daily events from one shift to another, such as inventory logs, post logs, narrative logs, etc.
  • Uses portable two-way radio.

Job Highlights:
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs
  • Earned Safe and Sick Time

Required Qualifications:
  • Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate and two years full time work experience, military service or college training.
  • Applicants must be able to safely and efficiently perform essential job functions. Physical demands include, but are not limited to, hearing for conversations and surveillance, vision for constant observation, continuous walking of facility, standing for long periods, gripping with hands and fingers, and speaking clearly and audibly.
  • Applicants will be subject to criminal and motor vehicle records checks. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. All information obtained in this process will remain confidential to the extent required by law.
  • Any falsification of application information may result in immediate disqualification from further employment consideration. Falsification discovered after appointment may result in immediate termination from employment.

About Us:
Our Roseville site is part of Volunteers of America MN/WI which serves as an affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.Volunteers of America Minnesota is a nonprofit health and human services organization that annually serves more than 25,000 children, adolescents and their families, older adults, students, persons with disabilities and special needs, and adults completing incarceration. Since 1896, we have helped people gain self-reliance, dignity, and hope.
Take pride in helping others and join us today!
At VOA, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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