Lead Patient Safety Observer

Position Summary

The Observation Lead is responsible for providing shift leadership to the observation team.

Essential Functions

• Provides leadership, mentoring, and serves as a resource to the Virtual Safety Observer (VSO) Team.
• Facilitate and coordinate staffing during shift to include all breaks.
• Determine patient assignments based on acuity and skill mix and adjust as needed throughout the shift.
• Receive VSO notifications confirming completion of the audiovisual check for initiation of Continuous Virtual Monitoring (CVM) and notification of CVM discontinuation by the Registered Nurse.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assume VSO responsibilities during periods of need
• Align with company culture and core values: Be Authentic, Compassionate, Celebrate, Aspire
• Adhere to all company procedures and policies

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• A minimum of six months as a VSO is preferred.
• Technical proficiency of computer software applications is required.
• An extreme attention to detail is necessary.

Additional Information

The duties listed are intended to describe the essential functions of the position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.