Virtual Patient Monitor - Full Time - Night - 2 Allegheny Center Pittsburgh

GENERAL OVERVIEW: 

This position will provide continuous observation and surveillance of multiple patients across the AHN network requiring close observation via a central command center. This position will work cooperatively with nursing and hospital teams across the network to maintain a safe environment and ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

 
QUALIFICATIONS: 

Required 

• High school / GED
• 1 year of previous patient care experience
• Capable of continuous monitoring of multiple patients at one time
• Proficient computer skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Decisive judgement
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and patient confidentiality
• Ability to use de-escalation techniques
• Ability to communicate verbally, calmly and courteously in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Preferred 

• None

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. 
 
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. 

 
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.  
 
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.