Patient Care Sitter - Sinai Hospital

Lifebridge Health, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic health system is seeking a Patient Observer to ensure the safety and well-being of assigned patients. This entry-level role involves direct patient interaction and communication with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications. The position offers competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for professional development

Comprehensive health plans

Free parking

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Entry level knowledge and experience preferred.
• Required certifications: CNA License, CPR, and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Direct observation of assigned patients.
• Prompt communication with patients, families, and medical staff.
• Maintain patient safety and a clean environment.

Skills

Basic employment skills

Communication

Hazard recognition

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Summary: Responsible for directly observing assigned patients. Promptly and effectively communicate with patients, family, nurses, and physicians. Recognize hazards to patient safety and take appropriate action to maintain a clean and safe environment. Unified by the core purpose of creating a healthier community one person at a time, the members of the Division of Patient Care Services commit themselves to sustaining a culture focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Each employee is obligated to deliver highly reliable care while adhering to all National Patient Safety Goals. This occurs within a learning environment that is supportive and just where each employee is valued for their contribution to collective safety of patients, staff and visitors. Of equal importance is each employee's commitment to the value of teamwork, in order to promote a unified spirited workplace.

Responsibilities

• Direct observation of assigned patients.
• Promptly and effectively communicate with patients, family, nurses, and physicians.
• Recognize hazards to patient safety and take appropriate action to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Support a culture focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes and adherence to National Patient Safety Goals.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Entry level knowledge; basic employment skills; High School diploma or GED equivalent or High School certificate.
• Experience: 1-3 years preferred.
• CNA LIC.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• American Heart Association CPR Certification
• BLS
• CNA License
• REQUIRED

Additional Information

Who We Are: 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.”

What We Offer:

• Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.
• Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.
• Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.
• Benefits: Competitive compensation with potential overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses; comprehensive health plans; free parking; and wellness programs.

Why LifeBridge Health?

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 the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. 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.