Safety Sitter

Southcoast Health System•New Bedford, MA

1d•$16 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Join Southcoast Health, a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. This role is a Safety Sitter position at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, MA, working night shifts.

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

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.