Patient Sitter

Abrazo Health; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Abrazo Arrowhead Campus is seeking a dedicated constant observer to provide direct patient observation under RN supervision in a hospital setting. The role focuses on patient safety, privacy, and compassionate care, ensuring continuous monitoring and reporting to the nursing staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and current American Heart Association BLS certification, with at least one year of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read in English to follow oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Must have good customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Patient Observation: keeps patient within view at all times; never leaves patient unattended; uses call system for assistance; accompanies patient during transport as needed.
• Patient Safety: keeps doors open; removes sharp items; screens items brought by visitors; follows activity level guidance.
• Patient Privacy: maintains confidentiality and respects patient dignity.
• Communication: listens to patient, expresses empathy, reports to nurse when appropriate.
• Conduct: provides constant observation only; avoids personal distractions; stays with patient until relief arrives.
• Other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Read English instructions

Prioritize work

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Abrazo Arrowhead Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That's Why We Offer More Than a Job - We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Working under the supervision of the registered nurse, the constant observer maintains constant direct observation and visualization of identified patient(s).

Responsibilities

• Patient Observation: a. Keeps patient within view at all times. b. Never leaves patient unattended. c. Uses the call light/intercom system to summon staff for assistance or needed equipment/supplies. d. Accompanies and stays with patient when transported off the unit for any diagnostic tests or procedures. Asks nurse before accompanying patient e. Remains in patient room at all times and does not leave without RN approval and/or relief. Documents observations on flow sheet as instructed and indicated.
• Patient Safety: a. Keeps patient room door open/partially open at all times. b. Keeps bathroom door open at all times. c. Removes sharp/dangerous items out of room. d. Assists nurse to screen all items brought in by visitors. e. Knows patient's ordered activity level f. Avoids wearing items around neck (ID badge, stethoscopes, necklace, etc.)
• Patient Privacy: a. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information. b. Refrains from discussing patient information with anyone other than nurse or physician. c. Respects the patient's right to dignity while providing care, with concern for safety as a priority.
• Communication: a. Listens and acknowledges patient's complaints and feelings. b. Conveys attitudes of compassion, empathy, and understanding. c. Does not discuss any information related to patient's medical condition or plan of care. d. Seeks guidance and direction when unsure. e. Informs nurse immediately if patient expresses desire to harm self/others or wants to leave the hospital. f. Provides report to relief patient sitter and to nurse prior to leaving at shift end.
• Conduct a. Provides only constant observation. b. Does not make personal phone calls, eat food in the room, or sleep. c. Allows patient control of television (channel, volume). d. Does not use any items or personal electronics (iPod, iPad, game boy, etc.) or anything that can distract attention from patient. e. Does not leave patient(s) until relief patient sitter has arrived and is in the patient room. f. Does not use the patient's bathroom for personal use.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Special Skills:
  • Ability to read in English to follow oral and/or written instructions.
  • Ability to prioritize work.
  • Must have good customer service skills.
• Minimum Requirements
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Certifications: Current American Heart Association BLS certification
  • Experience: One (1) year
• Preferred Requirements
  • Experience: Prior constant observer and/or CNA experience preferred
  • For constant observers utilized exclusively with non- behavioral health patients, all related competencies must be administered and completed prior to assignment of a patient. There will be one level of competency for all constant observers in this category.

Organization Description

A 217-bed hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus has been serving the Glendale community since 1988. The hospital is recognized for providing advanced services, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, obstetrics and emergency care. Join our team!

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• Special Skills:
  • Ability to read in English to follow oral and/or written instructions.
  • Ability to prioritize work.
  • Must have good customer service skills.
• Minimum Requirements
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Certifications: Current American Heart Association BLS certification
  • Experience: One (1) year
• Preferred Requirements
  • Experience: Prior constant observer and/or CNA experience preferred
  • For constant observers utilized exclusively with non- behavioral health patients, all related competencies must be administered and completed prior to assignment of a patient. There will be one level of competency for all constant observers in this category.

• Patient Observation: a. Keeps patient within view at all times. b. Never leaves patient unattended. c. Uses the call light/intercom system to summon staff for assistance or needed equipment/supplies. d. Accompanies and stays with patient when transported off the unit for any diagnostic tests or procedures. Asks nurse before accompanying patient e. Remains in patient room at all times and does not leave without RN approval and/or relief. Documents observations on flow sheet as instructed and indicated.
• Patient Safety: a. Keeps patient room door open/partially open at all times. b. Keeps bathroom door open at all times. c. Removes sharp/dangerous items out of room. d. Assists nurse to screen all items brought in by visitors. e. Knows patient's ordered activity level f. Avoids wearing items around neck (ID badge, stethoscopes, necklace, etc.)
• Patient Privacy: a. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information. b. Refrains from discussing patient information with anyone other than nurse or physician. c. Respects the patient's right to dignity while providing care, with concern for safety as a priority.
• Communication: a. Listens and acknowledges patient's complaints and feelings. b. Conveys attitudes of compassion, empathy, and understanding. c. Does not discuss any information related to patient's medical condition or plan of care. d. Seeks guidance and direction when unsure. e. Informs nurse immediately if patient expresses desire to harm self/others or wants to leave the hospital. f. Provides report to relief patient sitter and to nurse prior to leaving at shift end.
• Conduct a. Provides only constant observation. b. Does not make personal phone calls, eat food in the room, or sleep. c. Allows patient control of television (channel, volume). d. Does not use any items or personal electronics (iPod, iPad, game boy, etc.) or anything that can distract attention from patient. e. Does not leave patient(s) until relief patient sitter has arrived and is in the patient room. f. Does not use the patient's bathroom for personal use.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned