Virtual Patient Observer - FT

Barnes-Jewish Hospital

St. Louis (MO)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 25,086

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Pension Plan/403(b) funded by BJC

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance available

Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider invites applications for the Virtual Patient Observer position. This full-time role primarily involves monitoring patients via video surveillance and ensuring their safety while offering an entry-level opportunity in healthcare. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, and no prior experience is necessary, making it an ideal start for those entering the field.

Qualifications

No experience required.
Preferred qualifications include an Associate's Degree.

Responsibilities

Maintains continuous visual observation of assigned patient(s) at all times.
Verbal redirection of patients and summoning clinical team as needed.
Participates in reporting patient safety issues.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

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Barnes-Jewish Hospital provided pay range

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Base pay range

$15.00/hr - $18.21/hr

Additional Information About The Role

Great entry level role to start getting experience in healthcare!

Night shift 6 pm to 6 am
Every 3rd weekend rotation
Benefits Eligible
36 hours a week
Not a work from home position

Overview

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides continuous observation by video surveillance of assigned patients (including high-risk patients). Verbally redirects patients from engaging in at risk behaviors and summons the Clinical Team if the patients requires assistance, or if in any imminent danger to self or others. Serves as a Patient Safety Companion remotely observing and assisting with keeping patients safe.

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, ensures the activation of automated audio alerts in patient care area, and immediately summons the clinical team if the patient requires assistance.
Participates in the collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues and assures patient environment safety. Immediately follows the departmental protocol/guidelines and seeks assistance from the clinical team when patient appears to pose a threat to self and others.
Participates in hand-off of pertinent assigned patient information/behavior at the beginning and upon completion of a shift. Consistently communicates with clinical team and waits for replacement, prior to vacating the monitoring station for any reason to ensure constant patient observation.
Provides patient with explanations as necessary, but does not counsel or provide opinions. Communicates effectively with patients and staff while maintaining discretion, courtesy and an understanding of patient privacy. (Protects the dignity of the observed patients).
Responsible for timely accurate documentation of patient activity, interactions, and communication to the clinical team according to policy, protocol and/or standard of work in designated records.
BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience

No Experience

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Preferred Requirements

Education

Associate's Degree

Experience

Benefits and Legal Statement

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At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
401(k) plan with BJC match
Tuition Assistance available on first day
BJC Institute for Learning and Development
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
Adoption assistance

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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