Virtual Monitor Technician I - Carilion Parkview at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia

Job Description:

Onsite, Remote or Hybrid: Onsite

Sign on Bonus: $500 sign-on bonus available per applicable guidelines (external applicants only)

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

**This position is located in Roanoke, VA at Carilion Clinic Parkview. This position is not a work from home position**

This position is eligible for a bonus when successful candidate meets applicable guidelines

This position is full time working the day/evening/night shift with every other weekend and rotating holidays

If you want to learn more about being a Virtual Monitor Tech at Carilion or hear testimonials from current Virtual Monitor Techs, please watch this VIDEO .

This position is full time, working day/evening/night shift with every other weekend and rotating holidays

This position contributes to the mission of Carilion Clinic by providing virtual sitting services for patients cared for at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. The clinical operation of remote sitter observation takes place 24/7/365 at the Virtual Operations Center, designed to assist nurses and physicians in providing quality patient care. Provides virtual observation of selected patients for the purpose of identifying behaviors which are potentially hazardous to self or others in accordance with facility policies and procedures and reports needs and concerns to the licensed nurse. Works under the supervision of a nurse manager and under the direct supervision of a shift leader to observe patients for harmful and/or dangerous behaviors. Collaborates with the RN, LPN, advanced care providers, physician or other clinical disciplines to meet the needs of the patients identified for remote observation. This position has access to knowledge of extremely sensitive, private, and confidential materials. Ability to maintain the highest company standards is required.

• Provides virtual observation of identified at-risk patients under the supervision of a registered nurse, with the primary purpose of keeping the patient safe.
• Provides verbal redirection to patients as needed.
• Documents in the electronic medical record per policy, procedure, and guidelines.
• Notifies appropriate inpatient staff, in real time, of changes in patient condition or behavior, accidents, incidents, or any other observed events of concern.
• Actively observes and maintains an uninterrupted line of sight with the patient at all times.
• Maintains patient safety at all times.

What We Require:

Education: HS diploma or equivalent education required.

Experience: One year of related experience preferred.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: None required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills required. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position , AHA BLS-HCP required within 6 months of hire. Basic computer skills and knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software preferred.

***Note: This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

About Carilion

This is Carilion Clinic ...

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

Requisition Number: 149857
Employment Status: Full time
Location: Park View
Shift: Day/Evening/Night
Shift Details: day, evening, night - three 12 hour shifts, every other weekend requirement
Recruiter: TAMIKA D RICKMAN
Recruiter Email: tdrickman@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

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