Virtual Patient Safety Attendant

Quick Facts

• Role: Virtual Patient Safety Attendant
• Monitoring: Continuous video monitoring surveillance for an assigned patient population
• Schedule: Days, Per Diem/Casual; variable weekend requirements (as needed)
• Pay range: $29.03 to $40.63 per hour

Description

Provides monitoring of patient safety for an assigned patient population through continuous video monitoring surveillance within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Uses therapeutic communication and sound judgment to support the patient’s plan of care by intervening or communicating with the clinical care team in a timely manner. Adheres to regulations and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform continuous video monitoring surveillance within standards of care, policies, and procedures
• Use observational skills to detect safety concerns and recognize emergencies
• Communicate observations and, when needed, intervene or notify the clinical care team promptly
• Support patient cooperation through therapeutic communication with the patient and family/support group
• Interpret data and instructions from multiple formats (written, oral, diagram, schedules)
• Report observations accurately and clearly

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of recent relevant experience
• Strong observational and communication skills
• Ability to focus and remain alert during shift hours
• Familiarity with basic computer and video monitoring systems
• Ability to work independently and report observations accurately
• Basic therapeutic communication competency; comfort with medical terminology and equipment
• Ability to recognize an emergency and take appropriate action
• Ability to interpret data and instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information professionally to diverse audiences
• Time management and organizational skills to prioritize interventions within standardized operating procedures
• General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an environment with interruptions

Benefits

No benefits listed for this position.