Video Monitor Tech - Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Job Description

Description

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Summary :

The Video Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous observation of assigned patients through a video monitoring system , ensuring the safety of patients who cannot be directly observed in person.

Responsibilities :

Observes patients over a video monitoring system as directed by nursing staff. Maintains visual observation at all times without distraction. Tracks and ensures continuity of monitoring.

Maintains roster of patients under monitoring and their observation criteria. Alerts nursing staff of patient safety concerns , significant observations, or any noted examples of the document ed observation criteria / behaviors .

Performs hand-off of patient monitoring as appropriate during shift change and breaks. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues.

Observes and reports patient information obtained during visual monitoring. Documents patient activity and / or contact. Answers phones and notifies staff of patient requests.

Maintains inventory of and tracks issued equipment .

Demonstrates proficiency in the use of Video Monitoring Software. Seeks help as soon as possible when patient a ppears to pose a threat to themselves or others.

Respects and provides patient confidentiality. Seeks guidance as needed.

Demonstrates proper performance of skills reflected and validated by the position’s orientation. Use standard precautions and principles of infection control.

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Other information : Qualifications

Required

High School diploma or equivalent required .

Preferred

Previous experience in a health care setting preferred

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Job Details

Legal Employer : Pardee - HCHC

Entity : Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit : Psychiatry

Work Type : Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week : 36.00

Work Assignment Type : Onsite

Work Schedule : Day Job

Location of Job : PARDEEHOSP

Exempt From Overtime : Exempt : No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.