Sitter NA CNA - Sitter Pool - PRN Job at CHRISTUS Health in Los Alamos County

Description Summary: Provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients via Avasys Telesitter or direct one-on-one observation under the guidance and direction of the nurse. Responsibilities: Uses systematic processes to facilitate prompt placement of telesitter devices and validates criteria for use. Maintains visual observation at all times, whether individually or observing multiple patients at one time on a monitor. Monitors the patient via telesitter and uses voice command functionality to redirect patient while contacting nursing associates if patient requires additional intervention to maintain safety and documents intervention. Escalates caregiver notification when a patient is at risk for harm to self or others and participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety concerns. Communicates effectively with patients and staff while maintaining discretion, courtesy and an understanding of patient privacy. Activates the telesitter alarm to notify care providers in the event a care provider cannot be reached. Ensures all interventions are documented within the functionality of the telesitter software. Communicates with patient’s family and visitors explaining the safety of the telesitter device. Prepares weekly reporting on telesitter dashboard and submits electronically to the telesitter task force. Prepares monthly reporting of metrics to telesitter task force. Communicates effectively with patients and staff while maintaining discretion, courtesy and an understanding of patient privacy. Demonstrates understanding and proficiency in the use of the AvaSys TeleSitter Solution software and basic computer operation. Maintains visual observation at all times, whether individually or observing multiple patients at one time on a monitor. Assures patient environment safety. Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to Charge Nurse or nurse caring for patient. Maintains vigilance in observation of patients for safety by not engaging in any distractions, including but not limited to, the use of personal cell phones, computer access, reading material or other visual material not directly involved with the care of the patient. Participates in hand-off of pertinent assigned patient information and status when arriving and upon completion of shift. Requirements: EDUCATION: High School Diploma. Completion of the Advanced Certified Nursing Assistant training required or must obtain within six months from date of hire or date of transfer. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Certified nursing assistant certification required. BLS issued through American Heart Association required. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Per Diem As Needed

In Summary: Maintains visual observation at all times, whether individually or observing multiple patients at one time on a monitor . Monitors the patient via telesitter and uses voice command functionality to redirect patient while contacting nursing associates if patient requires additional intervention . Escalates caregiver notification when a patient is at risk for harm to self or others and participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety concerns .

En Español: Resumen: Proporciona la observación y vigilancia continuas de los pacientes asignados a través del televidente Avasys o dirige una observación individual directa bajo la guía y dirección de la enfermera. Responsabilidades: Utiliza procesos sistemáticos para facilitar la colocación rápida de dispositivos telesitadores y valida criterios de uso. mantiene la observancia visual en todo momento, ya sea individualmente o observando a varios pacientes al mismo tiempo en un monitor. Monitorea al paciente mediante el televíster y utiliza la función de comando por voz para redirigir al paciente mientras se comunica con asociados de enfermería si el paciente requiere intervención adicional para mantener la seguridad y la privacidad de los documentos. Comunica eficazmente con los pacientes y el personal manteniendo discreción, cortesía y una comprensión de la privacidad del paciente. Demuestra conocimiento y competencia en el uso del software AvaSys TeleSitter Solution y operación básica de computadora. mantiene observación visual en todo momento, ya sea individualmente o observando a varios pacientes al mismo tiempo en un monitor. Asegura la seguridad ambiental del paciente . Busca ayuda para eliminar cualquier peligro potencial de seguridad de la habitación e informa a las enfermeras encargadas de cuidar al paciente. Mantiene vigilancia en la observación de los pacientes por seguridad no involucrándose en ninguna distracción, incluido pero no limitado a, el uso de teléfonos celulares personales, acceso a ordenador, material de lectura u otro material visual que no esté directamente relacionado con la atención del paciente; entrega de información pertinente asignada y cuando llegue a la oficina. Requisitos EDUCATIONAL: Terminación de la tarea Certificado de Formación Asistente NURSE O ASISTENTE DE SERCACCIÓN DEL CIRCUIDADIO DE TRABAJER EN EL ESTUDIO DE LA SCHOLABULTATOS CERRICIONARIA DE ALMACIENTES CONCLUIMANCIADA DA TÍSTAS DE DIECTIFICA DE TIEMPUNDAMENTO: