Patient Safety Sitter & Observer

Cone Health; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking an Observation Non-Nursing Sitter to promote a safe environment for patients at risk or requiring supervision. You will work with the care team using Relationship Based Care to advocate for safety, patient preferences, and clear communication with patients and families.

Your duties include maintaining sight of patients, documenting observations, reporting changes to the RN, and supporting the care plan with individualized attention. CPR/BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: 6 months of experience working with at risk patients.
• BLS (CPR) required: American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.

Responsibilities

• Keeps the patient within direct sight of the observer, including bathroom and off department activities.
• Documents hourly and as needed on the Observer/Sitter Documentation Log.
• Reports patient status changes, patient/family concerns or unsafe conditions to the RN.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cone Health is seeking an Observation Non-Nursing Sitter to promote a safe environment for patients at risk or requiring supervision. You will work with the care team using Relationship Based Care to advocate for safety, patient preferences, and clear communication with patients and families.

Your duties include maintaining sight of patients, documenting observations, reporting changes to the RN, and supporting the care plan with individualized attention. CPR/BLS certification is required.