Patient Care Sitter

LifeBridge Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Wellness programs

Mental health support

403(b) retirement plan with employer‑m

Pension

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Fitness discounts

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Sinai Hospital is seeking a patient sitter to observe assigned patients under RN supervision and ensure patient safety. You will communicate promptly with patients, families, and visitors, and redirect situations to maintain a safe care environment.

The role involves recognizing hazards and taking appropriate action, with no ADL, documentation, or caregiver duties. Basic Life Support certification and less than one year of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Less than one year of experience.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Observe assigned patient under RN supervision and redirect as needed.
• Promptly communicate with patient, family, and visitors.
• Recognize hazards to patient safety and take appropriate action.
• Sitter does not perform ADLs, documentation, or caregiver functions.

Skills

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Functions under the supervision of the RN in a cooperative effort with the health care team to directly observe and correctly redirect assigned patient. Promptly and effectively communicates with patient, family, and visitors. Recognizes hazards to patient safety and take appropriate action. Sitter does not perform ADLs, documentation, or care giver functions.

Qualifications

• Less than one year of experience
• Basic Life Support Certification

Pay Range: $17.00 to $22.59 Based On Experience

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications
• Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Sinai Hospital

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore is a nationally recognized academic medical center, a designated Level II Trauma Center, and the largest community hospital in Maryland. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Sinai delivers advanced care with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.