Virtual Patient Safety Attendant

Quick Facts

• Role: Virtual Patient Safety Attendant

• Monitoring: Continuous video monitoring for patient safety

• Shift: Evening/Night; Per Diem/Casual; 8 hours; variable days; weekends as needed

• Pay: $29.03 to $40.63 per hour (range may vary by location)

Description

Provides monitoring of patient safety for an assigned patient population through continuous video monitoring surveillance in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Applies therapeutic communication skills and sound judgment to support the patient’s plan of care, intervening or notifying the clinical care team in a timely manner. Ensures compliance with applicable regulations and privacy requirements to help deliver optimal patient care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient safety continuously via video surveillance within established standards of care

• Educate and support patients and families/support groups to promote cooperation

• Interpret information and data to support safe care decisions

• Identify emergencies and take appropriate action or communicate with the clinical care team promptly

• Report observations accurately and clearly

• Adhere to privacy, safety, and regulatory requirements (local/state/federal, codes, policies, and procedures)

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED

• 1 year of recent relevant experience

• Strong observational and communication skills

• Ability to remain alert during shift hours

• Familiarity with basic computer and video monitoring systems

• Ability to work independently and report observations accurately

• Demonstrated competency of therapeutic communication skills, medical terminology, and equipment

• Ability to recognize an emergency and take appropriate action

• Ability to interpret data and instructions from written/oral/diagram/schedule formats

• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology

• Ability to communicate sensitive information professionally to diverse audiences

• Time management and organizational skills, including prioritization of urgent interventions

• General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a multi-tasking environment with interruptions

• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options

• Collaborative mindset with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

No benefits listed.