Virtual Care Technician

The Virtual Care Technician is a Paraprofessional member of the patient care team who works under the supervision of the Virtual Care Nursing Manager. Is responsible for continuous remote monitoring and surveillance/observation of behaviors for assigned patients at risk for harm, providing verbal redirection to ensure the patient’s safety, and reporting any abnormal findings to the bedside care team. Coordinates and facilitates communication with the nursing unit and other health care departments in accordance with individual patient needs, following standard protocols and practices. Displays a high level of independent judgment and self‐direction.