Patient Monitor, Nursing Sitter Services, Part Time, Nights

Overview UC Health is hiring a Part-Time Patient Monitor (PM) for Nursing Sitter Services unit for Night Shift at West Chester Hospital. Responsibilities Primary responsibility: ensure patient safety by providing continuous visual observation and appropriate intervention. The Patient Monitor will also perform specific tasks under the supervision of the primary caregiver. PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY) : Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Safety : The Patient Monitor may not leave the patient unattended or move out of visual contact without relief from the patient\'s primary nurse. Take appropriate action to prevent or reduce risk of harm (e.g., limit movement, prevent removal of CMU equipment, stopping IV lines, etc.). Refer to Suicide Risk policy when caring for a suicidal patient. Provide handoff of care. Activities Directed By The RN : Feed patient and report intake. Assist with/perform basic hygiene, toileting, repositioning. Provide for the bedpan or urinal and report output. Ambulate patient. Change linens and tidy the room. Physical Observations : Notify RN immediately of changes in appearance, behavior, skin color, breathing, level of consciousness or responsiveness, agitation, combativeness, or any safety risks. Document observations every 15 minutes on the observation sheet. Collaboration : Work with the primary caregiver concerning patient observations, changes in condition and plan of care for comfort and safety. Self Development : Engage in performance improvement, continuing education, in-service for conditions of employment (e.g., safety, CPR). Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements : Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred: State Tested Nurse Aid Certification. BLS and annual training modules for patient monitors. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability 401K Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities Community Discounts Location West Chester, OH, United States About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com. At UC Health, we\'re proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region\'s adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you\'ll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. EEO UC Health is an EEO employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr UC Health