Patient Sitter - Float (Per Diem)

Beth Israel Lahey HealthPlymouth, MN
Onsite

About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Per Diem; varied hours/shifts according to operational needs.

Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED/or enrolled and near completion of High School Health Sciences program.
  • Basic Life Support current certification required within 3 months of hire.
  • Completes Hospital approved de-escalation training during unit based orientation.
  • Vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and continuous observation of patient at a distance no greater than arm’s length from patient.
  • Participates in patient rounding as and when directed by the Registered Nurse.
  • Ensures environmental safety for patient.
  • Answers call lights and ensures patient care issues are directed to the Registered Nurse.
  • Restocking department supplies and precautions stations.
  • Transports patients within the department and to in-hospital locations as needed.
  • Clean patient equipment following the designated process.
  • Completes patient safety sitter competency.
  • Completes all required documentation for patient care.
  • Communicates any and all changes in patient behavior to the Registered Nurse.
  • Involved as directed with quality improvement studies and activities specific to the unit.
  • Considers specific cultural beliefs and practices when caring for patients.
  • Utilizes interpreter services for patients with limited English proficiency.
  • Performs all duties in accordance with safety and other laws, rules and regulations as set forth by appropriate regulatory and governmental agencies and in accordance with established departmental and hospital policy and procedure.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation and benefits
  • Help you achieve a healthy and balanced life
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