Patient Sitter

Prime Healthcare•Lynwood, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Francis Medical Center is a leading healthcare institution in Los Angeles, providing vital healthcare services to the community. The hospital is recognized for its comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services across various specialties, including Cardiovascular, Surgical, Orthopedics, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, and Emergency and Trauma Care. St. Francis is a Comprehensive Stroke Center, STEMI Receiving Center, ED Approved for Pediatrics, Geriatric ED, Level III Neonatal ICU, and Level II Trauma Center. Join an award-winning team committed to compassion, quality, and service.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
BLS (AHA) certification required at time of hire and remain current.

Nice To Haves

Previous clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the patient’s bedside sitter maintains constant visual observation of assigned patient.
Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment.
Communicates observations of the patient’s activity and behavior on a regular basis to the assigned nurse.
The sitter can also function as a virtual safety sitter, who will provide continuous remote observation of assigned patients.
The virtual tele sitter will verbally redirect the patient from engaging in any at risk behaviors and will notify the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.
In both capacities, the sitter will communicate in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for patient, families/significant other and other health care members as well as abide by patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies.
Offers support to peers and staff.