# Virtual Patient Monitor - Full Time - Night - 4 Allegheny Center Pittsburgh Careers at Highmark Health ## Job Details Job Category: Patient Support Position Type: Full Time Posted: 03/27/2026 Locations: Pittsburgh, PA 15212 (4 Allegheny Center) Line of Business: Entity Recruiter: Hiring Manager Experience Level: Nurse Assisting - AHN Req ID: J278948 --- ## Company Allegheny Health Network --- ## Job Description ### GENERAL OVERVIEW This position will provide continuous observation and surveillance of multiple patients across the AHN network requiring close observation via a central command center. This position will work cooperatively with nursing and hospital teams across the network to maintain a safe environment and ensure optimal patient safety and comfort. ### ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains visual observation at all times monitoring patient behavior and movements utilizing patient monitoring software. Recognizes behaviors that could result in potential harm to the patients and verbally redirects them over digital audio devices that is in patient room. Immediately communicates needs to the nursing staff based on patient needs and assistance. Communicates with internal/external customers/colleagues in a courteous, positive, empathetic, and professional manner. Provides shift-to-shift hand off to virtual monitoring attendants and nursing staff of pertinent information/behaviors. Provides floor staff with information in a timely fashion when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment safety. Identifies potential safety hazards within the room and communicates with the hospital staff for immediate intervention. Provides patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions while maintaining patients dignity and privacy. Demonstrates safe work practice and attitude, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs. Other duties as assigned or requested. ### QUALIFICATIONS Required: High school / GED Capable of continuous monitoring of multiple patients at one time Proficient computer skills Critical thinking skills Decisive judgement Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and patient confidentiality Ability to use de-escalation techniques Ability to communicate verbally calmly and courteously in stressful situations. Preferred: Knowledge of medical terminology * Previous patient care experience --- ## Disclaimer The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. ## Compliance Requirement This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures, as well as all data security guidelines established within the Companys Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employees responsibility to comply with the companys Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations, as well as company policies and training requirements. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org. --- ## California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice © 2026 Highmark Health. All Rights Reserved. Highmark Health is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
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