Patient Observation Technician- Night Shift

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Job Description Summary:

This position works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and Virtual Health Leadership. This position is to ensure consistent and appropriate oversight of a patient demonstrating behaviors that put him/her at risk for treatment interruption, or a nonviolent patient with frequent needs for assistance.

Responsibilities And Duties:

    Maintains visual observation of patients 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 a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues.
    Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, and works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors.


As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.  

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications:

High School or GED (Required)

Additional Job Description:

This position requires a commitment of 32 hours per week, during night shifts. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be completed during orientation. Candidates should possess strong customer service skills and effective communication abilities. The ability to maintain focus on specific tasks or subjects for extended periods is essential, as is the capacity to analyze and synthesize patient care information to develop tailored care recommendations. A minimum of one year of experience in healthcare or a service-related industry is preferred.

Work Shift:

Night

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

32

Department

Virtual Patient Observation

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... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

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OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment