Sitter Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• BLS (AHA) certification required at time of hire and remain current.

Nice To Haves

• Previous clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the patient’s bedside sitter maintains constant visual observation of assigned patient.
• Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment.
• Communicates observations of the patient’s activity and behavior on a regular basis to the assigned nurse.
• The sitter can also function as a virtual safety sitter, who will provide continuous remote observation of assigned patients.
• The virtual tele sitter will verbally redirect the patient from engaging in any at risk behaviors and will notify the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.
• In both capacities, the sitter will communicate in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for patient, families/significant other and other health care members as well as abide by patient and institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies.
• Offers support to peers and staff.

Benefits

• Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status.