CENTRAL MONITOR SITTER - SAHARA LAKES (PER DIEM)
About The Position
The Valley Health System has expanded into an integrated health network that serves more than two million people in Southern Nevada. Starting with Valley Hospital Medical Center in 1979, the Valley Health System has grown to include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center , Henderson Hospital, Valley Health Specialty Hospital, and West Henderson Hospital. Job Description: This position monitors patients via remote camera apparatus via computer screens to ensure safety and mitigate fall risk, with two way communications with the patient and communication with nursing staffing in case of need to intervene for patient safety. This position will monitor patient movement and direct patients when such action imperils the patient’s safety. They will call for nursing support and intervention when patient actions or needs require such intervention. This position is intended to be entry level for cardiac monitoring technician roles.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous healthcare experience preferred.
- Computer fluency, basic medical situational awareness of patient safety requirements understanding of fall risk criteria. Fully cognizant of HIPAA requirements.
- Current BCLS Certification.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department and reports patient welfare, safety and security to RN.
Responsibilities
- monitors patients via remote camera apparatus via computer screens to ensure safety and mitigate fall risk
- two way communications with the patient and communication with nursing staffing in case of need to intervene for patient safety
- monitor patient movement and direct patients when such action imperils the patient’s safety
- call for nursing support and intervention when patient actions or needs require such intervention
Benefits
- Comprehensive education and training center
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
