PATIENT SITTER Id-1532
Full job description
To observe and monitor the condition of patients admitted to the Emergency Department under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN)
1. Remain at the bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relived by an appropriate staff member.
2. Assists in calming and/or reorienting the patient in case of agitation environment and reports as appropriate.
3. Remove visible hazards and/or broken equipment from immediate environment and reports as appropriate.
4. Maintains visual observation at all times with no distractions.
5. Provides prompt notification to care team if patient requires assistance.
6. Monitors and maintains patient environmental safety and notifies the care team if any hazards are discovered.
7. Performs care checks in accordance with care plan.
8. Follow appropriate policies and procedures.
9. Obtain verbal report from the RN to include information regarding the patient’s, identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special considerations.
10. Receive direction from the Nurse Manager and RN regarding: what to report, to whom and how.
1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Must be BLS and CPI trained.
3. Must demonstrate communication skills and the ability to work safely and in accordance with health and safety regulations.
4. Requires the ability to have an empathetic attitude and maintain positivity.
5. Must maintain a professional approach at all times.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 12 hour shift
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
