Virtual Sitter/Patient Observer - Float Pool (Full-Time Nights) - Augusta Health : Job Details

Description:The Virtual Sitter/Patient Observer provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. First line of action is to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in at risk behaviors. Summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Knowledgeable and supportive of patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies. The Virtual Sitter/Patient Observer will be assigned to different units based on staffing needs. The Virtual Sitter/Patient Observer role is a position providing support to the patient care team by providing constant observation and monitoring of assigned patients to ensure safety and prevention of injury. Responsible for one-on-one direct, continuous observation for the purpose of injury prevention of patients who might be at high risk to injure themselves or others due to confusion, delirium, self-destructive behavior, or a high likely hood of falling. Responsible for keeping the patient in his/her line of vision at all times and working with others in the healthcare team to assure prompt intervention to prevent physical harm to patients ensuring optimal patient safety and patient comfort. *Requirements:** High school diploma or equivalent required* Nursing Assistant Certification preferred* Previous hospital/clinical/direct patient care experience preferred* Must pay strict attention to detail and be efficient in multitasking* Must possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written)* Must be a team player (work well with others)* Basic computer operations skills required* Basic Microsoft Windows experience required * Some benefits of working at Augusta Health include:** Generous paid time off to promote work life balance* Free onsite parking* Shift and weekend differentials* Tuition reimbursement* Onsite child care *Company Information*Augusta Health is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit, community health system located in Fishersville Virginia in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley. Augusta Health offers a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient which includes Augusta Medical Center a 255 bed inpatient facility and Augusta Medical Group which is comprised of 40 practice locations and four urgent care locations.* **Equal Opportunity*Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.[]( []( []( [](Nestled in Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Augusta Health is among the finest community hospitals in America. Our patients receive an exceptional level of care, reassured that their loved ones and visitors have many amenities available within the hospital so they can all be comfortable while staying close during difficult times.Augusta Health opened in 1994 to continue a tradition of personalized care with small-town hospitality that began more than 50 years ago with predecessor hospitals in Staunton and Waynesboro, Virginia. Today, our highly trained physicians and staff use state-of-the-art technology to provide superlative care with warmth and compassion.If you are a dedicated healthcare professional, you will find exciting [career opportunities]( at Augusta Health. If you are a resident of Augusta County or surrounding areas, you can benefit from a variety of programs we host to promote good health in the communities we serve.