Compassionate Patient Safety Companion

CommonSpirit Health; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Patient Sitter to provide supportive care and help maintain a safe environment for patients at risk.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, eligibility for the Nurse Assistant Registry, strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to organize assignments under pressure, and Basic Life Support certification within orientation. The position supports nursing staff in daily patient care tasks and safety oversight.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Listed on Nurse Assistant Registry or placement after orientation.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize assignments and work under pressure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Observes patients to ensure safety.
• Performs routine duties as directed by patient care staff within the scope of protocol.
• Seeks assistance from patient care staff as patient’s condition warrants.
• Reports relevant information to RN in charge of patient.
• Provides diversional activities to patient.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Patient Sitter to provide supportive care and help maintain a safe environment for patients at risk.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, eligibility for the Nurse Assistant Registry, strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to organize assignments under pressure, and Basic Life Support certification within orientation. The position supports nursing staff in daily patient care tasks and safety oversight.