Monitoring Aide (RMA), Sitter - Remote MonitoringReq #:0000171963Category:Patient Safety AideStatus:Part-TimeShift:NightFacility:Newark Beth Israel Medical CenterDepartment:Sitter - Remote MonitoringLocation:Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027Job Overview:Provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. First line of action is to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in at risk behaviors. Alerts the nursing personnel when the patient requires assistance or there is a change in the patient s condition.Qualifications:Required:
High School Diploma
Completion of hospital orientation and required competency
Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset
Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes
Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff
Basic Microsoft Windows experience
Efficiency in multitasking
Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations
Preferred:
Previous experience in a hospital environment
Previous clinical experience
Previous direct patient care experience
Scheduling Requirements:
Nights 11:00PM - 7:00AM
Every other weekend required, schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs
Part-Time (22.5 hrs)
Mandatory Orientation
Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
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Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.Equal Opportunity EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
