On-Site Remote Patient Attendant (U), Full Time
About The Position
The Remote Patient Attendant provides continuous visual observation and surveillance of assigned high-risk patients, monitoring multiple patients from an assigned station. The attendant maintains a clear view of assigned patients and uses a digital two-way audio device to verbally redirect patients who engage in identifiable risk behaviors or face imminent danger. The attendant notifies the unit nursing team when a patient needs immediate assistance and uses the required technology and electronic systems in accordance with department standards. The role includes sharing relevant patient information during hand-offs, reporting equipment variances and following up on non-functional equipment, completing observation documentation at established intervals, and collaborating on the identification and reporting of patient-safety issues. The attendant helps maintain a safe patient environment and seeks assistance from the assigned nursing care team to remove potential hazards. The position is on-site at UHealth Tower and is scheduled for three 12-hour shifts, with days varying.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Nursing Assistant license or certification in a relevant specialty or field, such as Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or an associate degree in a medical field.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
- Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
- Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
- Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
- Commitment to the University’s core values.
- Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively.
Responsibilities
- Continuously observe and surveil assigned high-risk patients, including monitoring more than one patient at a time from the assigned station.
- Maintain a clear view of all assigned patients.
- Verbally redirect patients using a digital two-way audio device when they engage in identifiable risk behaviors or face imminent danger.
- Notify the unit nursing team through communication devices when a patient requires immediate assistance.
- Use visualization and intervention technology and demonstrate proficiency with the electronic systems needed for the role.
- Participate in hand-offs of pertinent patient information and behavior when arriving on the unit, at shift completion, and for new admissions.
- Identify equipment variances and initiate follow-up actions for non-functional equipment.
- Complete required observation documentation at established intervals.
- Collaborate in identifying and reporting patient-safety issues.
- Help ensure a safe patient environment and seek assistance from the nursing care team to remove potential hazards in patient rooms.
- Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Tuition remission
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
