On-Site Remote Patient Attendant, Full Time

University of Miami; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami is seeking an On-Site Remote Patient Attendant to provide continuous visual observation and surveillance of high-risk patients at the UHealth Tower in Miami, FL. The role requires monitoring multiple patients at a single station, promptly notifying nurses, and maintaining patient safety with the care team.

The position demands a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA or related certification, and at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete assignments accurately with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure.
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous visual patient observation and surveillance of assigned high risk patients.
• Observes more than one patient at a time at the assigned monitoring station.
• Notifies the unit nursing team if immediate assistance is required.
• Uses electronic systems for patient care and hand-offs of information.
• Ensures safe patient environment and assists with removal of safety hazards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Prioritization under pressure

Evenings/nights/weekends available

Commitment to values

Independent and collaborative work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## On-Site Remote Patient Attendant, Full TimeApply: On-Site: Miami, FL: Full time: Posted Today: R100097492**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.**Location: UHealth Tower****Shift: 3 Days/12 Hour Shifts (Days Vary)****Note: This is an** ***on-site*** **position and is not remote*** Provides continuous visual patient observation and surveillance of assigned high risk patients.* Observes more than one patient at a time at the assigned monitoring station.* Maintains a clear view of all patients for which they are assigned always.* Verbally redirects the patient via digital 2-way audio device from engaging in identifiable risk behaviors or in imminent danger.* Notifies the unit nursing team through communication devices if the patient requires immediate assistance.* Utilizes the technology required for visualization and interventions for safe patient care in accordance with department standards.* Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of electronic systems needed for the role.* Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit, upon completion of shift and for all new admissions.* Identifies variances and initiates follow-up actions regarding non-functional equipment.* Completes required observation documentation at established intervals.* Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues.* Assures safe patient environment and seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazards in patient room with assigned nursing care team.* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.***This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*****CORE QUALIFICATIONS****Education:**High school diploma or equivalent**Certification and Licensing:**Certified Nursing Assistant license or certification in a relevant specialty or field (e.g., Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Associate Degree in Medical Field)**Experience:**Minimum 2 years of relevant experience**Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:*** Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.* Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.* Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.* Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.* Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.* Commitment to the University’s core values.* Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.