PATIENT SAFETY SITTER

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Safety Sitter provides constant direct observation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients who may be at risk for adverse events, including falls, self-injury, or harm to others. The role focuses on patient safety and is performed under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. As directed by the RN, the sitter may ambulate patients, assist with meals when there are no dysphagia concerns, and use appropriate distraction tactics such as conversation, walking, or games. The sitter may need to provide frequent physical redirection. They document observations accurately and promptly, immediately report significant changes in a patient's behavior or condition to the RN, and remain alert, calm, professional, and in constant view of the patient. Sitters contribute to the interdisciplinary team and help maintain a calm, clean, and safe environment. They do not take independent action with patients. This posting covers general Patient Safety Sitter inquiries for open positions and shifts at University of Michigan Health–Sparrow Lansing in Lansing, Michigan. The starting hourly rate is $15.50.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in an early college program.
Ability to remain alert and focused for extended periods.
Interpersonal skills for effective communication.
Excellent attendance.
Assume responsibility for ongoing education and completion of mandatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide constant direct observation of patients at risk for falls, self-injury, or harm to others.
Provide specific aspects of direct patient care and monitoring focused on safety under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
As directed by the RN, ambulate patients, assist with meals when there are no dysphagia concerns, and use appropriate distraction tactics.
Provide frequent physical redirection of patients when required.
Document observations accurately and promptly on the correct forms.
Immediately communicate significant information, including changes in patient behavior or condition, to the RN.
Remain alert, calm, and professional, maintaining constant view of the patient.
Participate as an active member and contributor to the interdisciplinary team.
Maintain a calm, clean, and safe environment.
Do not take independent action with patients.