Compassionate Patient Safety Attendant (Per Diem)

CO01 Southern Illinois Hospital Services Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare is seeking a patient sitter to provide close observation of patients under nursing supervision at our Carbondale, IL facility. The role emphasizes monitoring patient condition, documenting logs, and communicating with nursing staff to ensure safety and timely handoffs.

Qualified candidates may have CNA or related mental health support experience; High School diploma preferred. This per diem position offers variable shifts and a supportive environment dedicated to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous CNA or mental health support experience preferred.
• Ability to de-escalate agitated patients and communicate with nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide close observation of patients.
• Communicate with nursing staff on patient parameters.
• Maintain and document required logs and records.
• Handoff to other staff with patient present when sitter leaves.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Documentation

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Southern Illinois Healthcare is seeking a patient sitter to provide close observation of patients under nursing supervision at our Carbondale, IL facility. The role emphasizes monitoring patient condition, documenting logs, and communicating with nursing staff to ensure safety and timely handoffs.

Qualified candidates may have CNA or related mental health support experience; High School diploma preferred. This per diem position offers variable shifts and a supportive environment dedicated to