Patient Companion/Safety Sitter - Full Time - Nights

Mohawk Valley Health System•City of Utica, NY

6d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Companion/Safety Sitter provides continuous, direct observation and basic non-invasive patient support to promote patient safety, comfort and well-being. This role supports licensed nursing staff by performing limited, clearly defined tasks under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must be 18 years of age.
Good communication and interpersonal skills that can be used to deal effectively with patient population.
Ability to remain alert with uninterrupted focus on the patient at all times.
Ability to obtain BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

6 months of experience in health care or security

Responsibilities

Provide continuous 1:1 observation for patients requiring enhanced safety monitoring (e.g., fall risk, confusion, behavioral risk, etc.)
Maintain a safe patient environment and immediately report changes in condition, behavior or safety concerns to the RN.
Utilize de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication
Ensure call light and personal items are within patient reach.
Participates in bedside shift report with direct care staff members.
Completes observation documentation using assigned tools or checklists.
Takes initiative in rendering service or responding to needs.
Assists with keeping the patient's room safe, orderly and clean.
Obtains and records limited vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature; excluding oximeter). Immediately reports abnormal findings to RN.
Measures and records non-evasive intake and output. Reports concerns.
Assists with limited mobility and repositioning of patient
Assist with toileting (escort and set up only), providing water, snacks or meals as ordered. Linen adjustments and comfort positioning.
Respond to call lights and communicate patient needs to staff.
Perform related duties as assigned.