Virtual Sitter Technician- Virtual Observation, Full Time Nights

Cape Fear Valley Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintains digital observation of patients requiring continuous monitoring for safety concerns. Major Job Functions The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: Assume responsibility for monitoring designated patients Perform patient safety monitoring duties Responsible for initial set-up of required equipment/camera in patients’ room Clean and appropriately disinfect equipment between patient usage Alert nurse, nursing assistant or other competent staff to respond to alarms resulting from patient movement or behavior Document direct observation records as indicated and anytime intervention is necessary Check with patients’ nurse or Lead Charge Nurse for any special instructions Respond to needs of patients by reporting patient needs to the appropriate person Provide verbal intervention when necessary, utilizing the Patient Observer System Intervene with patient and call for assistance when necessary Provide patient’s right to privacy Participate in educational and Performance Improvement activities Other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required
Read, write and speak English
Ability to navigate computer system
Skills and knowledge to conduct safe individual activities with patients
Strong observation and intervention skills with patients and family members
Proficient in interpersonal communication skills
Verbal communication skills to allow for calm communication with patient and patient’s family members
Works at computer/monitor for long periods
Ability to remain calm under emergency situations
Work involves a variety of activities including walking, standing, and sitting
Ability to communicate verbally
Auditory and visual acuity to accurately perform job functions
Position may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Nice To Haves

1 year nursing assistant experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assume responsibility for monitoring designated patients
Perform patient safety monitoring duties
Responsible for initial set-up of required equipment/camera in patients’ room
Clean and appropriately disinfect equipment between patient usage
Alert nurse, nursing assistant or other competent staff to respond to alarms resulting from patient movement or behavior
Document direct observation records as indicated and anytime intervention is necessary
Check with patients’ nurse or Lead Charge Nurse for any special instructions
Respond to needs of patients by reporting patient needs to the appropriate person
Provide verbal intervention when necessary, utilizing the Patient Observer System
Intervene with patient and call for assistance when necessary
Provide patient’s right to privacy
Participate in educational and Performance Improvement activities
Other duties as assigned