Patient Observer - Continuous Video Monitoring Unit - Day Shift

Geisinger; Danville (PA); In loco; USD 17.000 - 25.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Full benefits from day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

On-the-job training and education

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Descrizione del lavoro

Geisinger is seeking a Patient Observer to provide continuous video monitoring for patient safety in a clinical setting. The role emphasizes cooperative communication with staff, effective use of monitoring equipment, and adherence to confidentiality.

Training is provided, and the position supports patient-centered care while contributing to a safe hospital environment. The schedule includes three 12-hour day shifts, with opportunities for career growth and access to tuition reimbursement and

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• On-the-job training provided.
• No prior experience required.

Mansioni

• Redirects impulsive and potentially harmful behavior.
• Maintains high-level surveillance and notifies nurses of changes or when assistance is needed.
• Initiates and discontinues monitoring equipment on admission, transfer, or discharge.
• Troubleshoots monitors with nursing staff and contacts engineering or IT as appropriate.
• Maintains continuous video surveillance of multiple patients as directed.
• Calls for assistance when patient cannot be redirected or risks self-injury.
• Participates in shift report and informs RN of pertinent information at shift end.
• Talks with patients to keep them focused and attentive.

Conoscenze

Clinical Skills

Communication

Computer Literacy

Interpersonal Communication

Teamwork

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

Location

Justin Drive Office Building II

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Worker Type

Regular

Exemption Status

No

Job Summary

Geisinger is proud to offer a Patient Observer a $15.25 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $3 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Also offering up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse!

Benefits of working at Geisinger

• Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) anda health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
• Shared governance structure that empowers our nursing support staff
• On the job training and education
• Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
• Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing leaders
• Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
• Employee referral incentive program
• Geisinger values and prioritizes the safety and security of our staff by investing in a Strongline Alert Notification system worn by our staff, robust camera surveillance system, metal detectors at certain locations and security guards/K9 program on campus.

To learn more about Geisinger opportunities, please contact Allison Honabach at [e-mail].

Job Description

Responsible for continuous video monitoring for patient safety as an additional tool in the plan of care for patients at high risk for falls, confusion, impaired mobility, etc. Must demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with coworkers, staff, patients and patient’s family. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the monitoring process and effective, efficient use of the camera monitoring equipment. The patient observer has completed the iObserver competency assessment.

• Redirects impulsive and harmful behavior.
• Maintains ongoing, high-level surveillance of patients’ behavior and notifies nursing and clinicians of any changes or if the patient requires assistance.
• Initiates and discontinues monitoring equipment on admission, transfer, or discharge.
• Troubleshoots monitors with nursing staff and contacts clinical engineering or IT as appropriate.
• Maintains continuous video surveillance of multiple patients at one time, unless otherwise instructed by the nursing staff.
• Calls for assistance when unable to redirect patient or there is a potential for self-injury.
• Participate in report at the beginning and end of shift, making sure to inform Registered Nurse of any pertinent information at the end of the shift.
• Talks to the patient and use conversation to keep them focused.
• Adheres to confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patients, clinicians, employees, and visitors
• Develops a rapport and cooperative relationship with nursing and clinical staff and responds to requests from healthcare providers.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

Unit

Continuous Video Monitoring Unit

Schedule

Three 12-hour Day shifts (7:00am - 7:30pm) including every other weekend and holiday.

No experience required. Comprehensive on the job training provided.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience

Certification(s) and License(s)

Skills

Clinical Skills, Communication, Computer Literacy, Interpersonal Communication, Teamwork

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION : We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.