Patient Sitter

OSF HealthCare; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Patient Sitter to assist nursing staff by observing and following RN directions to keep patients safe and comfortable.

This hourly role pays $17.00 per hour and requires a High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience; preferred qualifications include healthcare experience, BLS/First Aid, and strong customer service.

The position supports patient safety in a fast-paced clinical setting and offers the opportunity to contribute to compassionate, quality care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff by observing and following RN directions to keep patients safe.
• Provide constant supervision for high-risk patients to prevent falls or self-harm.

Skills

Customer service

Mobility

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Job description

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The hourly rate for this position is $17.00/hour This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Patient Sitter assists the nursing staff in observing and following the direction from the RN with the goal of keeping the patient safe. The PSA provides constant supervision to assure a safe, comfortable environment to identified high risk patients who may be agitated, impulsive, disoriented and/or at risk of falling, self-injury, or inflicting self-harm.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting
• BLS and/or First Aid Certification
• Customer Service Skills Other skills/knowledge
• Ability to sit and walk for long periods of time. Able to push and pull hospital beds and wheelchairs.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer