Patient Safety Technician

Details

Posted: 17-May-23

Location: Portland, Oregon

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 23610

Department Overview

The Video Monitor Technician (VMT) provides continuous care for patients at risk for injury due to delirium, changes in mental status, psychiatric or behavioral co-morbidities. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the VMT assists with planning, implementing, evaluating, and monitoring treatment activities of vulnerable patients throughout the inpatient setting through video monitoring and/or direct 1:1 patient care.

Function/Duties of Position

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Patient Care/Patient Safety Attendant (PSA): Per assignment of Registered Nurse, the employee provides care including but not limited to activities of daily living, diversional activities, collecting patient data, monitoring for symptoms of increased risk, assist with transportation, comfort measures, environmental safety, milieu observation, and assists with discharge of patient reinforcing assigned teaching.2. Patient Video Monitoring: Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the continuous video monitoring software. Maintains constant visual observation at all times. Verbally redirects patient over digital 2-way audio device located in a patient's room. Notifies the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance, is exhibiting symptoms RN requests report of, or is at imminent risk of injury or distress. Documents interactions within the electronic health record.3. Communication: Communicates directly with Registered Nurses related to patient trends, advances, and deviations from the plan of care. Discusses patient care trajectory (improvement and/or decline) with the interdisciplinary team. Transfers knowledge in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) per policy.4. Miscellaneous: Collects and tracks daily data/metrics, understands and adheres to Daily Management Systems, and provides break coverage to in-house PSAs. Understands their role and complies with OHSU policies pertinent to this role:a. Clinical Violence Alerts and Clinical Violence Risk Assessmentb. Code Greenc. Continuous Video Monitoring for Patient Safetyd. Hospital Holds for Treatment of Mental Illnesse. Medical Hold for Non-Mental Health Patientsf. Patient Personal Propertyg. Patient Safety Attendant, Policy and Procedure for Use ofh. Pediatric Behavioral Health Safety Protocoli. Restraint and Seclusion, Use ofj. Safety Searchesk. Suicide risk screen and safety interventions in Non-Psychiatric ClinicalSettings

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or GEDBLS required at time of hire1 year experience within the healthcare setting or an equivalent combination ofeducation, training, and/or experienceDemonstrated proficiency in computer skills and knowledge of medical terminologyDemonstrated effective communication skillsDemonstrated collaboration and team work skillsAbility to sit for long periods of time

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Oregon CNA license with CNA1 (Acute Care) Certification

Additional Details

Benefits:

• Two raises per year - One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increase
• Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
• Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
• Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

All are welcome
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or [email protected]. As an organization devoted to the health and well-being of people in Oregon and beyond, OHSU requires its employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.