TeleSitter Monitor Technician - Nights
About The Position
This position provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients on the Telesitter Device. Patients must be monitored for their safety while on the device. The first line of action will be to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in any at risk behaviors. Next will be to summon the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Why Work at Cheyenne Regional? 403(b) with 4% employer match ANCC Magnet Hospital 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) Education Assistance Program Employee Sponsored Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Loan Forgiveness Eligible
Requirements
- 14 Days: Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within fourteen (14) calendar days of start date
- 60 Days: Successful completion of Patient Safety Attendant training provided by Cheyenne Regional Medical Center within sixty (60) days of start date
- Ability to remain 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
- Demonstrates proficient knowledge of Avasure system
- Demonstrates proficient skills in 1:1 sitter environment
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of medical terminology
- Previous experience in a healthcare environment
Responsibilities
- Uses AvaSure® software to continually monitor one or more patients at a time.
- Maintains visual observation of assigned patient(s) at all times. Verbally redirects patient over digital 2-way audio device that is in patient room. Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.
- Uses appropriate techniques to provide observation to the patient population requiring TeleSitter® monitoring.
- Participates in report with on-coming monitor staff when arriving for shift, and upon completion of shift. Reviews pertinent information and behaviors.
- Provides patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions.
- Provides floor staff with information in a timely fashion when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others.
- Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment safety. Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to appropriate staff members.
- Participates in safe work practices, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs.
- Maintains patient dignity and privacy.
Benefits
- 403(b) with 4% employer match
- ANCC Magnet Hospital
- 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Sponsored Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Loan Forgiveness Eligible
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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