Patient Sitter Job at Northwest Health - Porter
Patient Sitter - PRN
2023-05-16Organization
Northwest Health - Porter
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Location VALPARAISO, IN (Northwest Health - Porter)Part Time -
Department Sitters
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Field Nursing
Location VALPARAISO, IN (Northwest Health - Porter)
Department Sitters
Field Nursing
Part Time
Job Description
The Patient Sitter observes the patient and maintains a safe environment by continuously observing the patient and physically preventing the patient from harming themselves or others. They will complete their tasks/duties under the supervision and direction of an assigned Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and/or the Charge RN. The Patient Sitter works with and supports the nursing team in providing services, which meets the patient's & unit needs. The Patient Sitter is able to render care in accordance with their skills, ability, and competencies to our patient population, thus may be required to float to other units.
The Patient Sitter observes the patient and maintains a safe environment by continuously observing the patient and physically preventing the patient from harming themselves or others. They will complete their tasks/duties under the supervision and direction of an assigned Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and/or the Charge RN. The Patient Sitter works with and supports the nursing team in providing services, which meets the patient's & unit needs. The Patient Sitter is able to render care in accordance with their skills, ability, and competencies to our patient population, thus may be required to float to other units.
Position Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Certifications/Experience:
- BLS preferred upon hire or within 2 weeks of hire
General Responsibilities
- Specific Patient Sitter duties and responsibilities can include:
- Continuous patient observation for safety and well being
- Documentation on observation flowsheet
- Utilizes appropriate verbal & nonverbal skills which demonstrate respect for patients, patient's
property and team members
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