Patient Monitor Technician (EXP)

The Patient Monitor Tech utilizes TeleSitter Solution software to maintain patient observation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide appropriate care to this patient population based on each patients individualized treatment plan as delegated by the nurse.

• Maintain visual observation at all times. Verbally redirect patient over digital 2-way audio device providing patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions.

• Immediately summon the nursing staff if patient requires assistance.

• Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues.

• Participate in handing-off pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients at change of shift and/or any time coverage is arranged for breaks/meal. Maintains position at monitor station until Assure compliance of all safety policies and procedures.

• Serves as clinical preceptor for new staff/students or shadowing experience for prospective new employees.

• Performs other duties as requested/required.

• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.

• Monitors and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements organizational standards and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility. Identifies potential risk areas within area of responsibility and supports problem resolution process.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent

REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION

• No certification required.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• N/A

REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS

• Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date.

• Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements by determined due date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Nursing Assistant/ PCT nursing school students with one (1) semester of clinical instruction LPN or equivalent experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Uses body tools or special devices to safely effectively and efficiently to move guide or place patients. Involves some latitude for judgement with regard to precision attained and the selection of what adaptive device(s) to utilize.

• Ability to transfer and position patients consistent with lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Repetitive lifting moving squatting kneeling and crawling physical requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Some or No potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.