Patient Sitter

Tenet • Detroit, MI

2d

About The Position

Under direct supervision, and according to established procedures, observes and monitors assigned patient(s) behavior. Provides safety interventions and basic self-care needs as needed while providing attention to specific patients' behavioral needs. Accompanies patient(s) for clinical studies, documents pertinent data for observations and notifies appropriate nursing personnel when necessary. Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you’re dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Physical ability to regularly walk and stand; lift and move equipment as necessary; assist patients in repositioning, basic activities of daily living and reinforcement/adjustment of safety devices.
• Analytical ability required to observe discrepancies in behaviors, equipment variances, and /or other quantitative or qualitative factors.
• Communication skills required to gather/exchange information on factual matters, using ordinary courtesy and tact to effectively interact with patients, families, and a variety of hospital personnel.
• Interpersonal skills required to provide calm verbal feedback to patients, redirect behavior and reinforce safety with patients.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a formal CPR course desirable.

Responsibilities

• observes and monitors assigned patient(s) behavior
• Provides safety interventions and basic self-care needs as needed while providing attention to specific patients' behavioral needs
• Accompanies patient(s) for clinical studies
• documents pertinent data for observations
• notifies appropriate nursing personnel when necessary

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees