Virtual Sitter

Inova • Falls Church, VA

1d • $17 - $27

About The Position

Inova 8095 - Fairfax East Hospital is seeking a Virtual Sitter to provide continuous remote observation and surveillance of assigned patients. The role monitors up to 16 patients on one screen at a time using Virtual Sitter audio-visual and solution software, communicates with patients through a microphone and headset, and coordinates with hospital staff to respond promptly to behavioral changes and patient needs. The position is part-time, with days varying.

The Virtual Sitter verbally redirects patients who engage in at-risk behaviors, summons nursing staff when assistance is needed, and seeks help promptly when a patient may pose a threat to themselves or others. The role follows individualized treatment plans as delegated by an RN, participates in hand-offs, helps identify and report patient safety issues, and supports a safe patient environment. Depending on unit needs and staffing, the employee may function as a Patient Safety Associate after orientation and completion of job-specific competencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively and use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize simultaneous situations.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Use Virtual Sitter audio-visual and solution software proficiently to monitor up to 16 patients on one screen while remaining alert.
• Communicate effectively with patients using a microphone, headset, and the digital two-way audio device in the patient room.
• Communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes.
• Provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients, maintaining visual observation at all times.
• Verbally redirect patients from at-risk behaviors; summon nursing staff when a patient requires assistance and seek help promptly if a patient may threaten themselves or others.
• Provide care appropriate to the patient population based on individualized treatment plans as delegated by the RN.
• Participate in hand-offs by sharing pertinent information and behavior observations when arriving on the unit and at the end of the shift assignment.
• Explain matters to patients as necessary without counseling them or providing opinions.
• Collaborate in identifying and reporting patient safety issues, help assure environmental safety, seek assistance to remove potential hazards, and report findings to the Charge Nurse or Primary RN.
• Follow safe work practices and safety rules, help prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participate in organizational and department safety programs.
• Depending on unit needs and staffing, function as a Patient Safety Associate after orientation and completion of job-specific competencies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Team member wellness program.
• Retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions starting on the first day.
• Education assistance of up to $5,250 per year.
• Student loan assistance of up to $10,000.
• Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for team members, their spouses or partners, and their children.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED