LVHN-Schuylkill * 6 North
700 E Norwegian St, Pottsville, PA
Clinical Support - Inpatient
Part Time 12 hours per week, Day Shift, Sun-Sat; 7am to 730pm w/rotation
Posted 08/03/2021
Req # 30165
Union N/A
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
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Job Summary
Maintains close observation of the video monitored patients at a central monitoring station. Provides continuous surveillance of assigned patients through a camera monitoring system or constant roving to observe the video monitored patients on the patient care unit. Observes, interprets risky patient behaviors, communicates with the patients care team members, and documents in the patients electronic medial record in regular intervals. Oversees patient/staff communications to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
Education - Required
High School Diploma/GED Education - Preferred
Successful completion of Technical Partner or Patient Observation Assistant training/orientation. and
Successful completion of Crisis Management Course. Experience - Required
1 year Technology-related experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Required
Ability to work with multiple interruptions and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to understand and use basic medical terminology. Certifications - Required
Health Services\BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 Days
Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
