Virtual Safety Assistant – Onsite

Riverside Health

. Provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient observation and safety protocols, ensuring a secure environment for patients while effectively communicating and collaborating with healthcare staff. Proficient in managing high-risk behaviors and maintaining patient confidentiality in an acute care setting.

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Patient ObservationAcute Care ExperiencePatient Safety ProtocolsEffective CommunicationMulti-Tasking

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Soft Skills

CoachingReassurancePrioritizationSense of Urgency

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Patient ConfidentialityClinical ExperienceSafety HazardsAt-Risk BehaviorsNursing Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients
Remotely monitor patients to ensure no harm to self or others
Verbally redirect patients from at-risk behaviors and summon nursing staff when assistance is needed
Escalate concerns appropriately
Prevent self-harm, falls, injuries, and removal of tubes or lines
Coach patients or use comforting reassurance to help them ambulate safely
Provide floor staff timely information when patients pose a threat to themselves or others
Collaborate on identifying and reporting patient safety issues
Assure patient environment safety and arrange removal of potential safety hazards
Complete assigned duties competently, professionally, and timely

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED (Required)
1 year experience in an acute care environment, with direct patient care and clinical experience (Preferred)
Knowledge of patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies
Ability to multi-task, effectively prioritize, and maintain a sense of urgency when observing high-risk behaviors