At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Remote Safety Observer-Patient Attendant Safety Aide 1-12 hour Shift per week Location: 14 Moore Drive, Durham NC 27713 Job Description Perform work under the supervision of a registered nurse, or virtual registered nurse, the remote safety observer will virtually maintain constant direct observation and visualization of the identified patients. Duties and Responsibilities of this Level: · Constant and direct observation of the patient virtually using approved telehealth technology. · Virtually monitoring changes in the patient's physical, emotional, and mental condition. · Communicate the status of the patient, including any changes, to bedside nursing team and virtual nursing team. · Observing and reporting patients' behavioral changes. · Document observation in electronic health record. · Escalate unsafe events via alarm or redirections. · Monitoring of patients in seclusion and/or restraint. · Collaboration with bedside staff and virtual nursing staff on patient’s safety plan of care. · Participate in review of activities and processes for work area; assist in implementing changes to effect continual improvement in services provided; comply with regulatory and legal requirements. · Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. · Find and order RSO carts if needed. · Make assignments to each work station every shift. · Take handoff from bedside nursing staff on what to observe and share with assigned RSO for viewing. · Help bedside team with setting up carts, troubleshooting audio/video issues, and discontinuing carts. Required Qualifications at this Level Education: Work requires completion of a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience: In-Patient Hospital experience preferred. Enrollment in nursing or medical programs strongly preferred. Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification: Listing on the Nurse Aid Registry of North Carolina preferred. If a hire does not meet this requirement, they must start the process to complete one of the requirements within 1 year of employment and complete within 2 years. BLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of new hire orientation, which typically takes place during the first week of employment. CPI certification strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Technology skills · Understands basic first aid and CPR, and is capa
