Observation Monitoring Technician

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Allentown, PA

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Maintains close observation of the video monitored patients at a central monitoring station. Provides continuous surveillance of assigned patients through a camera monitoring system or constant roving to observe the video monitored patients on the patient care unit. Observes, interprets risky patient behaviors, communicates with the patient's care team members, and documents in the patient's electronic medical record in regular intervals. At times provides continuous, direct, one-to-one patient observation of patients of all ages. Oversees patient/staff communications to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year Technology-related experience.
• Ability to work with multiple interruptions and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to understand and use basic medical terminology.
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association within 30 Days

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of Technical Partner or Patient Observation Assistant training/orientation.
• Successful completion of Crisis Management Course.

Responsibilities

• Admits patients to the monitoring system; selects proper profiles, protocols, and identification formats.
• Checks for signature on the Consent to Treat form, sets up equipment, conducts quality control checks, and takes care of equipment care and cleaning.
• Observes video of patients (in real-time) and calls appropriate staff members if an issue arises with a patient that requires immediate staff response.
• Prepares a list of staff contact names and phone numbers and pre-programs phone numbers for direct dial access.
• Maintains records of each patient’s behavior, patient response to redirection, and frequency of redirection.
• Provides continuous direct one-to-one patient observation.
• Assists in completing direct patient care tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED