Remote Patient Observation Specialist

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network in Allentown, PA is seeking a dependable observer to report to registered nurses and monitor patients using our IT platform. This role supports a safe patient environment under direct nursing supervision and requires clear communication with the care team.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of mandatory training to meet competency standards. Ability to stay with patients during shifts and report changes is essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Reports on/off duty to the registered nurses assigned to care for patients.
• Receives specific observation guidelines from the registered nurse for each patient/shift/assignment
• Ensures a safe environment for the patients, under the direction of a registered nurse
• Remains in visual contact with patients AT ALL TIMES via designated IT technology platform as directed by the registered nurse
• 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 diploma or equivalent

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network in Allentown, PA is seeking a dependable observer to report to registered nurses and monitor patients using our IT platform. This role supports a safe patient environment under direct nursing supervision and requires clear communication with the care team.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of mandatory training to meet competency standards. Ability to stay with patients during shifts and report changes is essential.