Safety Sitter

Southcoast Health System, Inc. • New Bedford, MA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system operating multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities across Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. They are dedicated to providing inclusive, ethical workplaces and delivering world-class, comprehensive healthcare. Recognized as a 'Best Place to Work' for seven consecutive years, Southcoast Health is seeking a Safety Sitter for St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, MA. This is a per diem position with day/evening shifts from 11:00am to 11:00pm, including weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

• Equal to completion of four years of high school or equivalent.
• Education and experience equivalent to one (1) year of experience is required.
• CPR certification required within six months.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Nice To Haves

• Additional secondary healthcare training including mental health training is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including medical based programs are preferred.
• Previous similar patient care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of individually assigned Manager, Patient Care Services or Designee, perform various duties in providing rounds and observation of assigned patients who may be at risk for suicide or high risk to injury of themselves or others.

Benefits

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees