Pool Patient Safety Companion, Nursing Administration, Per Diem, 7P-7:30A

Baptist Health South Florida • Boynton Beach, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Sitter provides continuous, compassionate observation and companionship to patients requiring close monitoring to ensure their safety and well-being. This role plays a vital part in supporting the clinical team by helping prevent injury, promoting a therapeutic environment, and responding promptly to patient needs. This includes alerting nurses or clinical partners when patients require assistance or intervention, attending to basic patient requests, and maintaining strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with BHSF policies and standards.

Requirements

• High School, Cert, GED, Trn, Exper.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required, must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in patient behavior or condition.
• No Experience Required

Nice To Haves

• CNA or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) preferred.
• Healthcare experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous, compassionate observation and companionship to patients requiring close monitoring.
• Ensure patient safety and well-being.
• Support the clinical team by helping prevent injury.
• Promote a therapeutic environment.
• Respond promptly to patient needs.
• Alert nurses or clinical partners when patients require assistance or intervention.
• Attend to basic patient requests.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with BHSF policies and standards.

Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
• Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
• A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED