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Safety Observer, Patient Attendant Aide – PRN
Duke University Health System. Virtually maintain constant direct observation and visualization of identified patients under registered nurse or virtual registered nurse supervision .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates proficiency in patient monitoring and documentation using telehealth technology, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining patient confidentiality. Capable of collaborating effectively with nursing teams and managing patient safety plans in a healthcare environment.
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BLS CertificationCPI CertificationPatient MonitoringElectronic Health Record DocumentationIn-Patient Hospital Experience
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Hard Skills
Basic First AidCPR KnowledgeTechnology SkillsInfection Control KnowledgeBehavioral Principles Knowledge
Soft Skills
Good Time ManagementAbility to Work with Minimal SupervisionEffective CommunicationCalmness in Stressful SituationsAbility to Establish Relationships
Tools & Technologies
Telehealth TechnologyElectronic Health Record Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
BLS CertificationCPI Certification
Industry Keywords
Patient ConfidentialityHealthcare EnvironmentRegulatory CompliancePatient Safety PlansSanitation and Hygiene
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Virtually maintain constant direct observation and visualization of identified patients under registered nurse or virtual registered nurse supervision
- Monitor patients' physical, emotional, mental, and behavioral changes using approved telehealth technology
- Communicate patient status and changes to bedside and virtual nursing teams
- Document observations in the electronic health record
- Escalate unsafe events via alarms or redirection
- 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 assist with continual service improvement
- Comply with regulatory and legal requirements
- Find and order RSO carts when needed
- Make assignments to each workstation every shift
- Take handoff from bedside nursing staff and share observation assignments with the assigned RSO
- Help bedside teams set up carts, troubleshoot audio/video issues, and discontinue carts
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work
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, start the process within 1 year of employment 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 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 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- Equal Opportunity Employer commitment
- Reasonable accommodation information and provision
- Collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging-focused work environment