Role Description The Virtual Sitter/Patient Observer provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. The first line of action is to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors and summon the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. This role is 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.

• Provides 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 likelihood of falling.
• Keeps the patient in his/her line of vision at all times.
• Works with others in the healthcare team to assure prompt intervention to prevent physical harm to patients, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off to promote work-life balance.
• Free onsite parking.
• Shift and weekend differentials.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Onsite child care.

Company Description

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 services, 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.