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What are the typical responsibilities of a patient watch?

A Patient Watch is primarily responsible for continuously observing assigned patients to ensure their safety, particularly those who may be at risk of harm to themselves or others. Daily tasks include monitoring patient behavior, alerting nursing staff to any changes or emergent situations, and documenting observations as required by hospital protocol. You may work closely with nurses, security personnel, and other hospital staff, making collaboration and effective reporting critical aspects of the job. This role involves long periods of attentiveness, often requiring you to remain in the patient's room or immediate vicinity for your entire shift. While challenging, the position offers valuable experience and opportunities to advance within healthcare support roles.

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

Excelling as a Patient Watch requires attention to detail, basic patient care knowledge, and the ability to remain vigilant for extended periods, often with a high school diploma or equivalent as the standard qualification. Experience with hospital communication systems and basic documentation or observation recording tools is typically expected. Strong observational skills, patience, and calm communication help individuals handle stressful situations and interact effectively with patients and healthcare staff. These abilities are crucial to ensure patient safety, promptly respond to concerning behaviors, and support the broader healthcare team.

What is a patient watch?

A Patient Watch job involves monitoring patients who require continuous observation for safety reasons, such as those at risk of falls, self-harm, or disorientation. Responsibilities typically include ensuring the patient remains safe, reporting any changes in behavior to nursing staff, and providing companionship when needed. Patient Watch staff work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare settings under the supervision of medical professionals. Strong observational skills, patience, and the ability to stay alert for extended periods are essential for this role.

What are popular job titles related to Patient Watch jobs in Texas?

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What cities in Texas are hiring for Patient Watch jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Patient Watch job openings:

Infographic showing various Patient Watch job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Mornings ONLY Child Watch & Parent's Night Out Leader

Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA

Arlington, TX • On-site

$11 - $12/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

Job Type
Part-time
Description
ARLINGTON-MANSFIELD AREA YMCA JOB DESCRIPTION
Child Watch Leader
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Child Watch Leader at the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families.
OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Properly supervises and cares for children in the Y Child Watch program, ensuring children are safe and having fun.
  2. Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the YMCA (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies); makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records.
  3. Performs equipment/toy checks for safety and cleanliness. Properly cleans toys and equipment daily.
  4. Nurtures children through purposeful activities; plans activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are culturally relevant, are developmentally appropriate, and are consistent with the Y's values.
  5. Creates a positive rapport with all children, and models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
  6. Develops positive relationships with parents, families, and staff.
  7. Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's needs and progress; connects families to the Y.
  8. Reports all incidents or potential safety hazards by completing and submitting incident reports per AMA YMCA policy and procedures.
  9. Attends staff meetings, and staff training.
  10. Applies all YMCA policies and procedures and exemplifies the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith.
  11. All other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
  • Communication & Influence
  • Developing Self & Others
  • Engaging Community

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum of 16 years old.
  • Must like children; previous experience working with children preferred.
  • Required to pass a TB test before beginning Child Watch duties.
  • Knowledge of child development and positive discipline techniques is a plus.
  • Possess strong communication and relationship building skills.
  • Capacity to be flexible, patient, and adjust to children's needs.
  • Must have dependable transportation.
  • Previous experience working with diverse populations.
  • Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
  • Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certifications and Child Abuses Prevention, Understanding Your Biases, Anti-Harassment, Blood Borne Pathogens, Hazard Communication Awareness, and Slips, Trips, and Falls trainings required within 30 days of hire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to plan, lead, and participate in program activities.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
  • Ability to lift equipment and to lift a small to average size child.

Requirements
ARLINGTON-MANSFIELD AREA YMCA JOB DESCRIPTION
Parent's Night Out Leader
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The PNO Leader at the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families.
OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Provides safe and fun activities while properly supervising and caring for children in the Y Parent's Night Out program.
  2. Nurtures children through purposeful activities; plans and initiates activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are culturally relevant, are developmentally appropriate, and are consistent with the Y's values.
  3. Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the YMCA (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies); makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records.
  4. Performs equipment/toy checks for safety and cleanliness and properly cleans toys and equipment as applicable.
  5. Creates a positive rapport with all children, and models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
  6. Develops positive relationships with parents, families, and staff.
  7. Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's involvement at PNO; connects families to the Y.
  8. Reports all incidents or potential safety hazards by completing and submitting incident reports per AMA YMCA policy and procedures.
  9. Attends staff meetings and staff training.
  10. Applies all YMCA policies and procedures and exemplifies the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith.
  11. All other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
  • Communication & Influence
  • Developing Self & Others
  • Engaging Community

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum of 16 years old.
  • Must like children; previous experience working with children preferred.
  • Required to pass a TB test before beginning duties.
  • Ability to work on Saturday evenings.
  • Knowledge of child development and positive discipline techniques is a plus.
  • Possess strong communication and relationship building skills.
  • Capacity to be flexible, patient, and adjust to children's needs.
  • Must have dependable transportation.
  • Previous experience working with diverse populations.
  • Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
  • Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certifications and Child Abuses Prevention, Understanding Your Biases, Anti-Harassment, Blood Borne Pathogens, Hazard Communication Awareness, and Slips, Trips, and Falls trainings required within 30 days of hire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to plan, lead, and participate in program activities.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
  • Ability to lift equipment and to lift a small to average size child.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Salary Description
$11 - $12/ hour