Patient Sitter-Farmville/ PT 3p-11p

Centra Health•Farmville, VA

17h

About The Position

The Patient Caregiver works under the direction of a licensed professional nurse, assisting with patient care needs and maintaining continuous observation to help keep patients safe. The role includes personal care, communication with nursing staff, and support with patient mobility, as directed by the nurse. The Patient Sitter must not leave a patient without RN approval and relief and is expected to be flexible in helping cover sitter needs.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with personal care, including washing hands and face, oral care, bathing, dressing, mobility, toileting, personal hygiene, and eating, as directed by the nurse.
Report care activities performed to nursing staff.
Maintain open communication with nursing staff regarding the patient's medical and emotional condition.
Report changes in the patient's health status.
Ensure patient safety through continuous observation.
Accompany patients to clinical tests and procedures when they are off the unit.
Participate in required staff meetings and in-services.
Assist patients with mobility around the room, on the unit, and to and from the bathroom, as directed by the nurse.
Assist the nurse or CNA with ambulating patients who require a person assist, as directed by the nurse.
Communicate regularly with the RN assigned to the patient.
Communicate appropriately with patients and families, avoiding topics that could upset them.
Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team.
Promote a positive public image and approach toward staff, physicians, patients, families, and the public.
Remain with the patient unless the RN approves and arranges relief.
Be flexible with the work schedule and help cover sitter needs.