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Safety Observer, Patient Attendant, PRN
Duke Careers. Virtually maintain constant direct observation and visualization of identified patients under a registered nurse or virtual registered nurse .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates proficiency in patient observation and documentation using telehealth technology, while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality. Capable of collaborating effectively with nursing staff and managing patient safety plans in a high-stress environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
BLS CertificationCPI CertificationPatient Observation SkillsElectronic Health Record DocumentationIn-Patient Hospital Experience
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Hard Skills
Patient ObservationElectronic Health Record DocumentationBasic First AidCPR KnowledgeBehavioral Principles KnowledgeInfection Control KnowledgeSanitation KnowledgeSafety Precautions KnowledgeTechnology SkillsBody Mechanics Application
Soft Skills
Time ManagementEffective CommunicationRelationship BuildingCalmness Under StressMinimal Supervision Ability
Tools & Technologies
Telehealth TechnologyRSO CartsAudio/Video Equipment
Certifications & Qualifications
BLS CertificationCPI CertificationNurse Aid Registry Listing
Industry Keywords
Patient ConfidentialityHealthcare CompliancePatient Safety PlansEmergency State RecognitionSeclusion and Restraint Monitoring
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Virtually maintain constant direct observation and visualization of identified patients under a registered nurse or virtual registered nurse
- Use approved telehealth technology to observe patients continuously
- Monitor changes in patients’ physical, emotional, and mental conditions
- Communicate patient status and changes to bedside and virtual nursing teams
- Observe and report behavioral changes
- Document observations in the electronic health record
- Escalate unsafe events through alarms or redirections
- Monitor patients in seclusion and/or restraint
- Collaborate with bedside and virtual nursing staff on patient safety plans of care
- Participate in reviewing work-area activities and processes and help implement continual service improvements
- Comply with regulatory and legal requirements
- Find and order RSO carts when needed
- Make workstation assignments each shift
- Take handoff from bedside nursing staff regarding observation needs and share information with the assigned RSO
- Help bedside staff set up carts, troubleshoot audio/video issues, and discontinue carts
Requirements
What you’ll need- Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent
- In-patient hospital experience preferred
- Enrollment in nursing or medical programs strongly preferred
- Listing on the Nurse Aid Registry of North Carolina preferred; if not met at hire, begin the process within 1 year and complete within 2 years
- BLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of new hire orientation
- CPI certification strongly preferred
- Technology skills
- Basic first aid and CPR knowledge and ability to administer them if needed
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and patient rights
- Good time management skills
- Physical strength and stamina
- Knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, infection control, and basic health and safety precautions in a healthcare environment
- Knowledge of behavioral principles and individual responses to stressors
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and hospital staff
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Ability to maintain routine records and prepare reports
- Ability to recognize patients in emergency states and seek appropriate assistance
- Ability to understand, follow, and communicate oral and written instructions accurately
- Ability to apply proper body mechanics and safety
Benefits
Comp & perks- BLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of new hire orientation
- Duke Equal Opportunity Employer
- Reasonable accommodation information and provisions available