Virtual Patient Observation Attendant — Evenings

St. Lukes is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Lukes are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patients ability to pay for health care.

The Virtual Patient Observation Attendant observes patients via the use of technology under the close supervision and direction of the registered nurse.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reports on/off duty to the registered nurse s assigned to care for patient s .

Receives specific observation guidelines from the registered nurse for each patient/shift/assignment

Ensures a safe environment for the patient s , under the direction of a registered nurse

Remains in visual contact with patient s AT ALL TIMES via designated IT technology platform as directed by the registered nurse

Identifies self to patient s and/or family members or significant others

Provide s virtual continual observation and monitoring of multiple patient s at a time using SLUHN designated IT platform

Reports behavior changes and patient requests to patient ’s assigned nurses

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sit up to 8 hours per day. Stand for up to 8 hours per day. Occa sionally lift, carry and push objects up to 10 pounds. Must be able to hear as it relates normal conversation and high/low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION:  

High school graduate or equivalent required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:  

Must complete mandatory education and competencies required for position.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Lukes!!

St. Lukes University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (http://www.slhn.org/EOE)