Inova Fairfax Hospital is looking for a dedicated and passionate Virtual Sitter to join their growing team! Don't miss out, apply today!
The Virtual Sitter provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. The first line of action is to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors. Demonstrates understanding and proficiency in the use of Virtual Sitter audio-visual software.
Job Responsibilities
- Monitors up to 16 patients on one screen at one time and remains alert at all times while on duty.
- Communicates effectively with patients using a microphone and headset.
- Communicates with hospital staff and responds quickly to patient behavioral changes.
- Uses discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.
- Demonstrates efficiency in multitasking and the ability to prioritize simultaneous situations.
- Provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients; summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.
- Maintains visual observation at all times and verbally redirects patients over a digital 2-way audio device.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate care based on the patients' individualized treatment plan as delegated by the RN.
- Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.
- Provides patients with explanations as necessary, but does not counsel or provide opinions.
- Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues; assures patient environment safety.
- Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, and participates in organizational and department safety programs.
- Depending on unit needs and staffing, may function as a Patient Safety Associate after orientation to the PSA role and completion of job-specific competencies.
- May perform additional duties as assigned.
Shift: Part Time - Day/Night Shift (7am - 7:30pm OR 7pm - 7:30am)
Schedule: Days vary
Requirements:
Experience: General knowledge of the hospital setting. Knowledgeable and supportive of patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies.
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Training: Completion of general Hospital Orientation.
Special Skills: Basic Microsoft Windows experience.
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