TeleSitter Monitor Technician - Nights

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center•Cheyenne, WY

8d•Onsite

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.

Requirements

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
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

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.