Sitter, Med Surg

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL•Duncan, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sitter provides direct, continuous observation to patients under the direction of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN). This role involves assisting patients with basic needs like bathroom use and meals, ensuring their safety by removing potentially harmful items, and communicating frequently with the patient care team. The Sitter is expected to convey compassion and empathy, adhere to infection-control policies, document patient care accurately, and maintain patient confidentiality. The position also requires adherence to DRH Standards of Behavior and core values.

Requirements

Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English.
Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive/email, navigate information technology associated with the position, use Electronic Health Record information tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare related position preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct observation of the patient at all times
Assisting patients to the bathroom
Removing items from the room that might be used by the patient to harm themselves
Assisting the patient with meals/feeding
Communicates frequently with the patient care team to report concerns, provide update on patient status, or obtain direction for assisting the patient with care needs
Conveys compassion, empathy, and understanding to the patient without offering personal judgment or opinions.
Protects patients and team members by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
Documents patient care services timely and accurately
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
Apply DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
Performs other related duties as assigned.