Remote Patient Observation Specialist

3M HEALTHCARE; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Virtual Patient Observation Attendant to monitor patients remotely using the designated IT platform. You will report on/off duty to registered nurses and follow patient-specific observation guidelines.

Candidates must have a high school diploma; training will be provided to complete required competencies. The role emphasizes safety, constant visual contact, and professional communication with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must complete mandatory education and competencies required for position.

Responsibilities

• Reports on/off duty to the registered nurses assigned to care for patients.
• Receives observation Guidelines from the registered nurse for each patient/shift/assignment.
• Ensures a safe environment for patients under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Remains in visual contact with patients at all times via designated IT platform.
• Identifies self to patients and/or family members or significant others.
• Provides virtual continual observation and monitoring of multiple patients at a time using SLUHN designated IT platform.
• Reports behavior changes and patient requests to patient’s assigned nurses.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Virtual Patient Observation Attendant to monitor patients remotely using the designated IT platform. You will report on/off duty to registered nurses and follow patient-specific observation guidelines.

Candidates must have a high school diploma; training will be provided to complete required competencies. The role emphasizes safety, constant visual contact, and professional communication with patients and staff.