Virtual Patient Safety Attendant

Quick Facts

• Role: Virtual Patient Safety Attendant

• Shift: Nights

• Schedule: Per Diem/Casual (8 hours; variable days; weekends as needed)

• Pay range: $29.03–$40.63 per hour (based on work location and experience)

Description

Provide monitoring of patient safety for an assigned patient population through continuous video monitoring surveillance within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Use therapeutic communication and sound judgment to support the patient’s plan of care and intervene or communicate with the clinical care team in a timely manner. Adhere to local, state, and federal regulations and privacy requirements to ensure safe, optimal patient care.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor patients via video surveillance

• Observe patient behavior and recognize safety concerns or emergencies

• Communicate or intervene using therapeutic communication skills

• Report observations accurately and promptly

• Support patient cooperation and understanding of the plan of care

• Follow privacy, safety, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (equivalent experience accepted)

• Strong observational and communication skills

• Ability to remain alert during shifts

• Familiarity with basic computer and video monitoring systems

• Ability to work independently and report observations accurately

• Competency in therapeutic communication skills and basic medical terminology

• Ability to recognize an emergency and take appropriate action

• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based instructions

• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology

• Ability to communicate sensitive information clearly to diverse audiences

• Time management and organizational skills to prioritize and follow standardized procedures

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

Benefits

No benefits listed.