Private Duty Sitter

Southeast Health • Dothan, AL

4d

About The Position

The Patient Sitter works under the supervision and guidance of professional nursing staff. The sitter directly observes patients who may exhibit, or have exhibited, behaviors that put them at risk for safety or injury. The sitter observes the patient at all times, maintains a safe environment, and reports changes in the patient’s condition or concerns about the patient’s well-being.

The role is for an employee already employed by SAMC in another position that allows extra or downtime to be spent as a sitter. The schedule is a day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with an FTE of 0.9. The position is listed as regular.

Requirements

• Must be employed by SAMC in another position that allows extra or downtime to be spent in a sitter role.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others.
• CPR certification is required.
• CPI training with certification is required.
• Successful completion of Patient Sitter Training.
• Annual completion of competency requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with individuals of varied age groups and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Directly observe assigned patients at all times.
• Maintain a safe environment for the patient.
• Report changes in the patient’s condition and concerns about the patient’s well-being.
• Work under the supervision and guidance of professional nursing staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed