Safety Sitter

Southcoast Health System•Wareham, MA

3d•$16 - $23•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. We are searching for a talented Safety Sitter to work at Tobey Hospital in Wareham, MA. This role involves providing rounds and observation of assigned patients who may be at risk for suicide or high risk to injury of themselves or others, under the supervision of a Manager, Patient Care Services or Designee.

Requirements

Equal to completion of four years of high school or equivalent.
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.
One (1) year of experience is required.

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.