Patient Observer - Continuous Video Monitoring Unit - Night Shift

Geisinger; Danville (PA); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Full benefits starting day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/yr

PTO accrual

Wellness program (MyHealth Rewards)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

On-the-job training

Descripción de la vacante

Geisinger is seeking a patient observer for the Continuous Video Monitoring Unit in Danville, PA. You will provide continuous video monitoring to support patient safety for high-risk individuals, working within a multidisciplinary team.

No prior experience required; comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided, and you will be supported by nursing staff and clinical engineers as needed. Shift pattern consists of three 12-hour night shifts (7:00pm–7:30am) with every other weekend and

Formación

• No prior experience required.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Must communicate effectively with staff and patients.

Responsabilidades

• Redirect impulsive and harmful behavior.
• Maintain ongoing surveillance and notify clinicians of changes.
• Operate and troubleshoot monitoring equipment with nursing staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Participate in shift reports and relay pertinent information to the oncoming team.
• Engage with patients to keep them focused and safe.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

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) and a 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.

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.

Unit:Continuous Video Monitoring Unit

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

No experience required. Comprehensive on the job training provided.