Remote Patient Attendant, Full Time

University of Miami; Pembroke Pines (FL); Remote; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated individual for an on-site position focused on patient observation and safety. This role involves monitoring high-risk patients, ensuring their safety through effective communication and documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to work collaboratively with nursing teams. Join a renowned institution that values excellence in patient care and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, tuition remission, and more. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of patients, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Tuition Remission

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Valid State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant Certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous visual patient observation and surveillance.
• Notifies nursing team for immediate patient assistance.
• Completes required observation documentation at established intervals.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Ability to Work Independently

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Systems for Patient Care

Job description

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Shift: 3 Days/12 Hour Shifts (Days Vary)

Location: UHealth Tower

Note: This is an on-site position and is not remote

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.
• 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: Valid State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant Certification

Experience: Minimum 5 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.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff

Pay Grade: H3