Evening Patient Safety Sitter & Care Support

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Jabez Corner (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health Plymouth is seeking a part-time Evening Nursing Support/Sitter to provide patient observation and safety within a hospital unit. You will follow the Nurse Manager and Registered Nurse directions, respond to call lights, stock supplies, transport patients, and document care while honoring cultural needs and interpreter services when needed.

The role requires a High School diploma, Basic Life Support certification within 3 months, and the ability to perform duties with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support current certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Completes Hospital approved de-escalation training during unit based orientation.

Responsibilities

• Direct and continuous observation of patient at a distance no greater than arm’s length from patient.
• Participates in patient rounding as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Answers call lights and ensures patient care issues are directed to the Registered Nurse.
• Transports patients within the department and to in-hospital locations as needed.

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health Plymouth is seeking a part-time Evening Nursing Support/Sitter to provide patient observation and safety within a hospital unit. You will follow the Nurse Manager and Registered Nurse directions, respond to call lights, stock supplies, transport patients, and document care while honoring cultural needs and interpreter services when needed.

The role requires a High School diploma, Basic Life Support certification within 3 months, and the ability to perform duties with