Virtual Sitter / CNA - Days

Signature HealthCARE, LLC•Jeffersontown, KY

About The Position

As a Virtual Sitter, you will help ensure resident safety by continuously monitoring residents remotely who may be at risk of falls, elopement, or self-harm. You will use room safety cameras and other remote monitoring equipment to observe residents, identify potential hazards, and communicate promptly with facility nurses and other care team members. The role involves following resident-specific instructions, coordinating camera privacy adjustments during care or physician visits, redirecting residents when appropriate, and escalating situations that require physical intervention. The position requires professional communication and cooperative teamwork to respond to changing resident and unit needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
Experience working in an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet and Intranet navigation.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of healthcare experience preferred.
Certification as a Certified Nurse’s Aide (CNA) or Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Continuously observe residents through remote monitoring equipment and room safety cameras to identify potential harm to themselves or others, including dislodging medical equipment or attempting to get up unassisted.
Coordinate with facility nurses on camera adjustments for privacy during daily care, physician visits, and similar situations.
Obtain a verbal report from the resident’s nurse about ambulation limitations, redirection plans, care needs, diagnosis, and special considerations such as NPO status, bed alarms, or mobility restrictions.
Collaborate with the manager regarding concerns that do not require immediate physical intervention.
Observe resident activity and behavior, redirect residents as needed, and immediately notify floor nurses when physical intervention may be required.
Identify safety risks and communicate when assistance should be escalated to residents.
Work cooperatively as a team member and respond to direction from the responsible nurse as resident or unit needs change.
Communicate professionally and demonstrate respect for residents, families or significant others, and other healthcare team members.