Remote Patient Safety Observer — Night Shift

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Retirement contributions

Job summary

BJC HealthCare in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Patient Safety Companion to provide continuous observation via video monitoring for assigned patients, including high-risk individuals.

You will verbally redirect at-risk behavior and summon the clinical team when assistance or imminent danger is detected. This safety-sensitive role requires clear communication, meticulous documentation, and protection of patient privacy and dignity while collaborating with the care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's Degree preferred.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains continuous visual observation of assigned patient(s) at all times on a monitor.
• Verbally redirects the patient over a digital 2-way audio device and summons the clinical team if help is needed or danger is detected.
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent patient information at shift start and end; ensures ongoing observation until replacement arrives.
• Provides explanations as necessary while maintaining patient privacy and dignity; avoids counseling or offering opinions.
• Performs timely, accurate documentation of patient activity and communications to the clinical team per policy.
• Recognizes this as a safety-sensitive position and maintains a constant state of alertness.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

BJC HealthCare in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Patient Safety Companion to provide continuous observation via video monitoring for assigned patients, including high-risk individuals.

You will verbally redirect at-risk behavior and summon the clinical team when assistance or imminent danger is detected. This safety-sensitive role requires clear communication, meticulous documentation, and protection of patient privacy and dignity while collaborating with the care team.