Remote Monitoring Aide

at  RWJBarnabas Health

Req #: 0000174357
Category: Nurses Aide
Status: Part-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department: Sitter - Remote Monitoring

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Completion of Hospital Orientation and required competency
• Previous experience in a hospital environment preferred, Previous Clinical experience preferred, Previous Direct Patient Care experience preferred
• Capable of continuous monitoring of up to 15 patients on one screen at one time and remaining alert at all times while on duty.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset.
• Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes. Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Basic computer operation skills: Basic Microsoft windows experience, Efficiency in multitasking, Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations

Preferred:

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS (NON-EXEMPT POSITIONS):

• Part-Time
• Day

• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the AvaSys TeleSitter Solution software.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate care to this patient population based on the patients individualized treatment plan as delegated by the RN.
• Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs.
• Maintains visual observation at all times. Verbally redirects patient over digital 2-way audio device that is in patient room. Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment. Arranges meal break times with nurse and informs nurse prior to leaving monitoring station for any reason so that relief may be provided to ensure constant patient observation.
• Provides patient with explanations as necessary, but does not counsel or provide opinions. Demonstrates behaviors in line with Service Excellence.
• Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment safety. Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to Charge Nurse.