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If you live or work in South Jersey exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14000 colleagues including over 2850 skilled and compassionate doctors physician assistants and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies treatments and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report weve received multiple awards for quality safety and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals seven emergency departments seven urgent care centers and more than 280 otherlocations were committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program telehealth home health rehabilitation mobile screenings paramedic programs and convenient online scheduling. Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

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The Tele Sitter Technician provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at risk behaviors. Alerts the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Communicates with and supports healthcare team patients and/or patients family or significant other(s). They will also maintain and demonstrate high standards of professional ethics.

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Always maintains visual observation of patients. Verbally redirects patient over digital 2-way audio device that is in patient room. Immediately alerts the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.

Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes follows safety rules works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors and participates in organizational and department safety programs.

Actively participates in learning new skills needed to support new and/or expanded programs and services.

Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate care to this patient population based on the patients individualized care needs as delegated by the RN.

Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment. Demonstrates understanding and practicing the use of tele-sitter software program.

Position Qualifications Required:

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1-year previous experience in a hospital environment required.
1-year direct patient care experience required.

Required Education:

High School diploma or GED

Training / Certification / Licensure:

Successful completion of Observer course

Current Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Preferred

Certification preferred (patient care technician nurse assistant medical assistant)

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