Continuous Visual Monitor Tech: Day Shift (7A - 3:30P): 32 Hours

Griffin Hospital•Derby, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. The primary role is to verbally redirect patients from engaging in at-risk behaviors. The technician summons nursing staff immediately if the patient requires assistance. This role requires knowledge and support of patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies.

Requirements

High school graduate or G.E.D.
General knowledge of the hospital setting.
Capable of continuous monitoring of up to 9 patients on one screen at one time and remains alert at all times while on duty.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset.
Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes.
Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.
Basic computer operation skills.
Basic Microsoft windows experience.
Efficiency in multitasking.
Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a hospital environment.
Previous direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

Provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients.
Verbally redirects patients from engaging in at-risk behaviors.
Summons nursing staff immediately if the patient requires assistance.
Maintains knowledge and support of patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies.
Continuously monitors up to 9 patients on one screen at one time and remains alert at all times while on duty.
Communicates effectively with patients using a microphone and headset.
Communicates with hospital staff and responds quickly to patient behavioral changes.
Uses discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.
Operates basic computer systems.
Utilizes basic Microsoft Windows experience.
Manages multitasking efficiently.
Prioritizes simultaneous situations.