Patient Observation Technician

Waterloo, IA 50703, United States

Job Description


Overview:
UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
Part-Time: 1900-0730; 1 shift a week; holiday rotation


The Patient Observation Technician provides patient monitoring services through the central monitoring center in order to provide a safe environment for patients.


Why UnityPoint Health?

  • Commitment to our Team \xe2\x80\x93 We\xe2\x80\x99ve been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker\xe2\x80\x99s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
  • Culture \xe2\x80\x93 At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what\'s right for the people we serve.
  • Benefits \xe2\x80\x93 Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you\xe2\x80\x99re in.
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment \xe2\x80\x93 We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
  • Development \xe2\x80\x93 We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
  • Community Involvement \xe2\x80\x93 Be an essential part of our core purpose\xe2\x80\x94to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.



Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/

Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the patient monitoring software while functioning as a remote monitoring technician. Maintains visual observation at all times. Verbally redirects patient over digital 2-way audio device that is in patient room
  • Provides 1:1 direct observation to assigned patient to prevent patient self- injury in situation where patient/family is unable to do so.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate care to a patient population based on the patients individualized treatment plan as delegated by the RN.
  • Accesses assigned nursing/nursing support staff on assigned area immediately in case of emergency, or as needed to provide patient care on routine basis.
  • Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others.
  • Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit/work area and upon completion of shift assignment.
  • Coordinates meal and break times with team and informs appropriate team members prior to leaving monitoring station for any reason to ensure constant patient observation.
  • Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues.
  • Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to Charge Nurse.
  • Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs.
  • Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service.
  • Balances team and individual responsibilities, objective and open to other\xe2\x80\x99s views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team goals, puts success of team above own interest.
Qualifications:
  • High School graduate or GED.
  • Familiarity with healthcare environment preferred.
  • Basic computer skills required Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
  • Multicultural sensitivity.
  • Microsoft Office \xe2\x80\x93 basic computer skills.
  • Customer/patient focused.
  • Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4354757
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Waterloo, IA 50703, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned