Night Telesitter Observation Tech - FLEX Team

Sky Lakes; Klamath Falls, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky Lakes in Oregon is seeking a Telesitter Observation Tech for the FLEX Team on FT .9 nights. This on-site role monitors patients via visual cameras and two-way audio, communicates with patients and nursing staff, and alerts RN when assistance is needed.

Ideal candidates will have strong verbal and written communication, familiarity with medical terminology, typing and basic computer skills, and hospital exposure. Direct patient care and a high school diploma are preferred.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Good telephone etiquette.
• Medical terminology.
• Typing and basic computer operation skills.
• Experience in hospital environment and clinical setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Direct patient care (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency in use of the visual camera monitoring system; communication with patients via microphone and headset.
• Maintains visual observation of assigned patients at all times; verbally redirects patient and alerts nursing staff as needed.
• Provides the appropriate care to the patient population per the RN's individualized treatment plan.
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behaviors about assigned patients upon shift start and completion.
• Provides patient explanations as necessary, but does not counsel or provide opinions.
• Seeks help as soon as possible when patient poses a threat; reports safety issues and ensures patient environment safety.
• Demonstrates safe work practices and follows safety rules; participates in safety programs.

Skills

Communication

Telephone etiquette

Medical terminology

Typing

Computer basics

Hospital experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Direct patient care

Job description

Sky Lakes in Oregon is seeking a Telesitter Observation Tech for the FLEX Team on FT .9 nights. This on-site role monitors patients via visual cameras and two-way audio, communicates with patients and nursing staff, and alerts RN when assistance is needed.

Ideal candidates will have strong verbal and written communication, familiarity with medical terminology, typing and basic computer skills, and hospital exposure. Direct patient care and a high school diploma are preferred.