Virtual Patient Monitor - Full Time - Day Hours - 4 Allegheny Center Pittsburgh

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
Continuous patient observation
Utilizing patient monitoring software
Verbal redirection via audio devices
This position will provide continuous observation and surveillance of multiple patients across the AHN network requiring close observation via a central command center

Job Summary

  • This position will provide continuous observation and surveillance of multiple patients across the AHN network requiring close observation via a central command center.
  • Maintains visual observation at all times, monitoring patient behavior and movements utilizing patient monitoring software.
  • Provides shift-to-shift hand off to virtual monitoring attendants and nursing staff of pertinent information/behaviors.

Matching Summary

This position will provide continuous observation and surveillance of multiple patients across the AHN network requiring close observation via a central command center.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Continuous patient observation
  • Utilizing patient monitoring software
  • Verbal redirection via audio devices
  • Timely communication with nursing staff
  • Patient environment safety assurance

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative identification of safety issues
  • Explaining procedures to patients
  • Demonstrating safe work practices

Key Requirements

  • High school / GED
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Decisive judgement
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to use de-escalation techniques
  • Ability to communicate verbally
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Previous patient care experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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