Patient Safety Observer - NOT REMOTE DAY SHIFT

VirtuAlly; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

VirtuAlly in South Carolina seeks a Patient Safety Observer to monitor patients, promote safety, and prevent harm in clinical settings.

You will maintain constant observation of multiple patients, monitor safety risks based on nurse indications, verbally redirect with a two-direction audio device, and document all interactions with patients and staff per protocols.

Experience with patient care and medical terminology is preferred to support accurate reporting and collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Experience in patient care is preferred.
• Experience with medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant visual observation of multiple patients simultaneously
• Monitor patients for safety risks based on nurse-driven indications
• Verbally redirect patients with a digital 2-way audio device located in patient rooms
• Notify staff if patients require assistance using proper etiquette and escalation protocols
• Confirm patient information throughout all interactions
• Document all interactions with patients and clinical staff including patient and nurse introductions
• Demonstrate proficiency with variety of technology platforms
• Reporting changes in patient behavior, and escalating communications as necessary using established protocols and best judgment.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in patient care

Experience with medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Patient Safety Observer is responsible for providing continuous monitoring of patients to promote patient safety and prevent harm.

Essential Functions

• Maintain constant visual observation of multiple patients simultaneously
• Monitor patients for safety risks based on nurse-driven indications
• Verbally redirect patients with a digital 2-way audio device located in patient rooms
• Notify staff if patients require assistance using proper etiquette and escalation protocols
• Confirm patient information throughout all interactions
• Document all interactions with patients and clinical staff including patient and nurse introductions
• Demonstrate proficiency with variety of technology platforms

Additional Responsibilities

• Reporting changes in patient behavior, and escalating communications as necessary using established protocols and best judgment.
• Notify VSO Lead when VSO has completed A/V check to begin monitoring or when CVM is discontinued by RN.
• Provide ongoing exception report to oncoming VSOs for duration of CVM.
• Align with company culture and core values: Be Authentic, Compassionate, Celebrate, Aspire
• Adhere to all company procedures and policies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in patient care preferred
• Experience with medical terminology preferred