Virtual Patient Observation Attendant - Onsite, Part-time Nights Available
St. Luke's University Health Network, Allentown, PA, United States
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
The Virtual Patient Observation Attendant observes patients via the use of technology under the close supervision and direction of the registered nurse.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reports on/off duty to the registered nurses assigned to care for patients.
Receives specific observation guidelines from the registered nurse for each patient/shift/assignment
Ensures a safe environment for the patients, under the direction of a registered nurse
Remains in visual contact with patients AT ALL TIMES via designated IT technology platform as directed by the registered nurse
Identifies self to patients and/or family members or significant others
Provides virtual continual observation and monitoring of multiple patients at a time using SLUHN designated IT platform
Reports behavior changes and patient requests to patient’s assigned nurses
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Sit up to 8 hours per day. Stand for up to 8 hours per day. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 10 pounds. Must be able to hear as it relates normal conversation and high/low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.
EDUCATION:
High school graduate or equivalent required.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Must complete mandatory education and competencies required for position.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!