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September 11, 2024

Mercy Health

Cincinnati


Telesitter Observer - Mercy Health Anderson Hospital

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.
Job Description
The Tele Sitter 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the Ava Sys Tele sitter Software.

Maintains visual observation at all times. Verbally redirects patient over a digital 2-way device, immediately summons the nursing staff if patient requires assistance

Participates in hand-off information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving and at completion of shift.

Provides patients with explanation as necessary, but does not counsel or provide options.

Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others.

Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes; follows safety rules.

Completes written documentation of patient activity every hour. Maintains records of service calls to Avasys when monitors are not functioning.

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma required

EXPERIENCE:
Previous direct patient care experience required

LCENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Basic Life Support certification required

Able to follow detailed written and oral instructions, efficiency in multitasking, basic telephone etiquette, the ability to communicate with patients using microphone and headset.

Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

  • Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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