Patient Sitter, PRN
@ Piedmont HealthcarePatient Sitter, PRN
About the job
Piedmont Mountainside Hospital seeks a Patient Sitter to monitor at-risk patients, ensuring safety and reporting concerns to nurses. No prior experience required; must have high school diploma or GED. The role provides vital support in patient care.
Requirements
- Observation skills
- Ability to report concerns
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- No experience required
Full job description
Overview:
The Patient Sitter is responsible for observation of patients who have been assessed as confused, combative, have the potential to cause themselves harm, or are a fall risk. The sitter will contact the staff nurse as appropriate with concerns. The sitter functions under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for the care of the patient.
Responsibilities:
The Patient Sitter is responsible for observation of patients who have been assessed as confused, combative, have the potential to cause themselves harm, or are a fall risk. The sitter will contact the staff nurse as appropriate with concerns. The sitter functions under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for the care of the patient.
Qualifications:
Education
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Work Experience
- No experience required Required
Licenses and Certifications
- None Required