Patient Companion-Peds ED-1
About The Position
The Patient Sitter reports to the Staffing Office and Hospital Supervisors to obtain unit assignments. Under general supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Patient Sitter monitors the patient closely at all times and never leaves the patient alone to ensure patient safety. This role assists patients with activities of daily living and performs other general patient care duties as directed by the Registered Nurse. The Patient Sitter notifies the Registered Nurse immediately of any patient concerns. When not functioning as a Patient Sitter, this role provides support for the nurse’s station as assigned. As a Patient Sitter, you will play a vital role in protecting patients at risk for falls, injury, or self-harm. You will closely monitor their physical and emotional well-being and communicate concerns in real time to the care team to respond quickly.
Requirements
- High School Degree or Equivalent
- 0-6months Work Experience
- State licensure and/or professional certification requirement/s dependent on position.
Responsibilities
- Monitors the patient closely at all times and never leaves the patient alone to ensure patient safety.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living
- Performs other general patient care duties as directed by the Registered Nurse.
- Notifies the Registered Nurse immediately of any patient concerns.
- Provides support for the nurse’s station as assigned.
- Closely monitor their physical and emotional well-being and communicate concerns in real time to the care team to respond quickly.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
