Patient Sitter

RWJBarnabas Health

Hamilton Township (NJ)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 31,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Patient Sitter to assist nursing staff at RWJU Hamilton Hospital. You will monitor and support patients, communicate clearly with team members, and provide emotional support to patients at risk.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification through the American Heart Association. Day shifts, with rotating weekends and holidays, offer 36 hours weekly and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.
BLS required through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with/monitor patients with a variety of medical and psychological issues.
Supervising patients and alerting nurses or other healthcare professionals when needed.
Provide emotional support to patients who may be in danger of harming themselves or those around them.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

BLS

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Patient Sitter

Location

RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department

Nursing Float Pool

Job Details

Req #: 0000237441

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Hourly

Pay Range: $16.00 per hour

Pay Range: $16.59 per hour

Facility: RWJ Hamilton

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with/monitor patients with a variety of medical and psychological issues. Supervising patients and alerting nurses or other healthcare professionals when needed. Provide emotional support to patients who may be in danger of harming themselves or those around them.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent
BLS required through American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in patient care preferred
Ability to communicate and collaborate with others effectively
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Certifications and Licenses Required

AHA BLS

Schedule

36 hours a week - Day shift with rotating weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and rotating holidays required

Benefits and Perks

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Planning Support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits and Perks (Additional)

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.