BLS-Certified Patient Safety Sitter

Piedmont Healthcare; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a Patient Sitter to monitor patients assessed as confused, combative, or at risk of harm. The sitter will report concerns to the staff nurse and operates under direct supervision of the nurse in charge of the patient’s care.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; BLS certification is required, and about 1 year of healthcare experience in an acute care setting is preferred. This role supports patient safety and falls prevention.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of healthcare experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients assessed as confused or at risk of harm and monitor accordingly.
• Contact the staff nurse with concerns about patient safety or behavior.
• Function under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for the care of the patient.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a Patient Sitter to monitor patients assessed as confused, combative, or at risk of harm. The sitter will report concerns to the staff nurse and operates under direct supervision of the nurse in charge of the patient’s care.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; BLS certification is required, and about 1 year of healthcare experience in an acute care setting is preferred. This role supports patient safety and falls prevention.