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Medasource

$110 - $140/hr

Type of staff: * Day Shift - 1 charge, 4-8 RNs, 2 floor CNAs, 1 Sitter * Night Shift - Same ... We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling ...

University of Georgia- FACS

$90 - $120/hr

Ability to participate in face to face or virtual meetings. Ability to connect with diverse groups of people. Position will require standing or sitting for work with reasonable mobility to navigate ...

Cajun Industries, LLC

$90 - $120/hr

Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods during office work and ... during virtual or telephone meetings. * Lift or move materials weighing up to 25 pounds ...

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How much do virtual sitter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual sitter in Kentucky is $14.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.93 and $15.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a virtual sitter?

A Virtual Sitter is a remote professional who monitors patients or individuals through video surveillance to ensure their safety and well-being. This role is commonly found in healthcare settings, where sitters observe patients who may be at risk of falls, self-harm, or other safety concerns. Virtual Sitters provide real-time alerts to on-site staff if intervention is needed. They do not provide direct medical care but play a crucial role in preventing accidents and ensuring a safe environment.

What are the typical daily duties and work environment for a virtual sitter?

As a Virtual Sitter, your primary duty is to monitor individuals—often patients in healthcare settings or clients in private residences—via live video feeds, ensuring their safety and quickly reporting any concerning behaviors or emergencies. You’ll typically work in a quiet, remote office or home environment while maintaining regular communication with caregivers, nurses, or supervising staff through secure messaging or call systems. Your day may also include documenting incidents, logging shift notes, and participating in team briefings. The role is detail-oriented and requires you to remain attentive for long periods while balancing the need for discretion and privacy. Teamwork and clear communication with onsite staff are crucial for providing coordinated, effective care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the virtual sitter position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Sitter, you need strong observation skills, attention to detail, and a foundational understanding of remote monitoring practices, often supported by a background in patient care or caregiving. Familiarity with video surveillance platforms, communication systems, and remote alert software is typically required. Excellent verbal communication, patience, and the ability to respond calmly in stressful situations are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals under your supervision and for providing timely, effective responses when needed.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Sitter job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $30,167 per year, or $14.5 per hour.

Virtual Sitter / CNA - Nights (ON-SITE)

Signature HealthCARE, LLC

Louisville, KY • On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 hours ago

Posted today

Signature Healthcare rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 172 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

194th of 243 rated social care providers

Job description

Overview

As a Virtual Sitter, your role will be centered around ensuring resident safety. You will play a vital role in ensuring resident safety by providing continuous remote monitoring for residents at risk of falls, elopement, or self-harm. Your vigilance and proactive communication will help prevent adverse events and enhance the overall resident experience.


Responsibilities

  • Complete continuous visualization of the resident via remote monitoring equipment. Continuous visual observation of resident(s) always using room safety camera to identify potential harm to self or others.This includes dislodging of drains, tubes, IV’s, getting up unassisted, etc.
  • Communicate with facility nurses to determine when cameras should be adjusted for privacy during daily care, physician visits, etc.
  • Obtain a verbal report from the resident’s nurse, including ambulation limitations and course of action for redirection, care needs, diagnosis, and any special considerations (NPO status, bed alarms, mobility restrictions, etc.).
  • Collaborate with the manager for concerns not requiring immediate physical intervention.
  • Observe the resident’s activity and behavior and redirect the resident as needed. If indicated, immediately notifies floor nurses of the need for physical intervention (such as toileting assistance assisting resident to lie back in bed, moving an item closer, etc.)
  • Identify safety risks and communicate the need to escalate assistance to the residents.
  • Function cooperatively as a team member, responding directive by responsible nurse to changing resident’s/unit’s needs.
  • Communicate in a professional manner and demonstrate respect for the residents, families/significant other and other health care members.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in healthcare is preferred.
  • Certification as a Certified Nurse’s Aide (CNA) or Medical Assistant preferred.
  • Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Experience of working in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
  • Demonstrated intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Power Point and Outlook, Internet and Intranet navigation.

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