Patient Safety Monitor Tech

Intermountain Health • Murray, UT

2d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Safety Monitoring Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of patients remotely. The primary responsibility involves monitoring patients deemed a safety risk in hospital settings, redirecting patients when possible, alerting clinical staff to potential risks, and maintaining patient adherence to safety protocols through remote communication.

Requirements

• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to identify risks and intervene or redirect patients as needed.
• Capable of multitasking in high-pressure monitoring situations.
• Experience using computer systems for data entry and tracking.
• Proficiency in using computerized systems to document and track patient information and navigate patient monitoring platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in healthcare settings (e.g., hospital, clinic, skilled nursing facility).
• Ability to obtain an active clinical license (i.e., MA, EMT, CNA, etc.) within one year.

Responsibilities

• Accurately conduct handoff process at beginning and end of each shift.
• Continuously monitor patients for safety concerns and potential risks.
• Communicate and engage with patients remotely to ensure compliance with safety measures.
• Redirect patients to follow established safety recommendations from nursing staff.
• Coordinate with bedside staff to discontinue monitoring when appropriate.
• Notify the clinical team of any significant changes in patient behavior.
• Accurately document monitoring activities.
• Report and troubleshoot issues related to remote monitoring equipment.
• Collaborate with bedside staff and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver optimal patient care.
• Ensure a safe environment by adhering to safety policies and responding appropriately to emergencies.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution.
• 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.
• Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed