Patient Care Sitter (PRN)

Garrett Regional Medical Center; Oakland (MD); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Job summary

Garrett Regional Medical Center is seeking a patient sitter to provide continuous observation and monitoring of assigned patients. The role involves greeting patients and visitors, reporting changes to the RN, and assisting with mobility and transfers as needed.

Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma or equivalent, be BLS certified within 30 days, and complete the Hospital Patient Care Sitter course prior to working a shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification within 30 days or hire.
• Completion of Hospital Patient Care Sitter course prior to shift.

Responsibilities

• Provides constant observation and monitoring of assigned patients.
• Greets patients and visitors using the AIDET model.
• Reports patient concerns or changes in condition to RN/Charge RN.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly patient environment.
• Assists patient with mobility and transportation for tests or transfer.
• Uses patient handling equipment per care plan and documents appropriately.

Skills

Safe Patient Handling equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS by American Heart Association

Hospital Patient Care Sitter course

Job description

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Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association within 30 days or hire.

To be completed as established by department: (Administered at Department level)

• Successful completion of Hospital Patient Care Sitter course prior to working a shift as a patient sitter.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides constant observation and monitoring of assigned patients to ensure safety and prevention of injury.
• Receives report from the RN/Charge RN, including any patient specific behaviors to monitor.
• Courteously greets patients and their visitors, identifies self, and explains purpose utilizing AIDET communication model.
• Observes and reports to the RN/Charge RN all patient concerns or changes in condition.
• Promptly calls for assistance as needed.
• Provides care within trained job responsibilities.
• Assists patient to restroom and stays with the patient in order to keep the patient safe. Walks patient in corridor as needed.
• Does not leave patient unless relieved by another staff member.
• Notifies RN/Charge RN if tubes, IV, catheter, etc. become disconnected.
• Reports defective equipment to RN/Charge RN.
• Accompanies the patient to other areas of the hospital for diagnostic tests or upon transfer to other units.
• Utilizes appropriate patient handling equipment according to patient’s care plan.
• Transports patient equipment and patient belongings as required with the patient.
• Maintains a safe orderly and well-equipped environment.
• Keeps patient room neat and orderly.
• Evaluates patient’s environment for possible hazards and removes the hazards.
• Washes hands before and after patient contact and follows personal protective equipment (PPE) as appropriate.
• Follows isolation procedures according to the Infection Control Policy.
• Competently utilizes technology to document as appropriate.
• Demonstrates understanding of the use of unit technology i.e. call systems, bed controls and TV controls.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Heavy/Hard Work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, and walking.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrates competency in the use of Safe Patient Handling equipment.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Shift

Varied (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Compensation Range

$15.68 - $15.68

Position is eligible for overtime for hours over 40 hours per week

Company

GRMC Garrett Regional Medical Center

Cost Center

51 GRMC Nursing Emergency Services

Address

251 N 4th Street

Oakland

Maryland

Benefit eligible employees classified as at least 0.5 eligible for:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability Coverage
• Tuition Program
• Retirement
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.