Patient Sitter

Carondelet Health Network; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career development

HSA / FSA

Employee assistance

Discount program

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Accident & critical illness insurance

Long term care

Job summary

St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is seeking a Constant Observer who supports patient safety through continuous bedside observation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will remain with assigned patients, remove hazards, and communicate changes promptly to the nurse in charge.

Join our compassionate team to help prevent harm, de‑escalate agitation, and maintain a calm, respectful environment while delivering attentive care and upholding patient privacy and comfort.

Qualifications

• Must possess effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays and/or weekends.
• Within 90 days of hire, complete all .Edu courses on duties of the Constant Observer and the .Edu courses on restraint and seclusion.
• Constant Observers providing patient care must have completed all applicable Competencies within 90 days.
• CPR Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Remain at patient bedside at all times.
• Remove hazards and unsafe equipment from the environment.
• Report unsafe or broken equipment to supervisor.
• Accompany patient to procedures and tests as needed.
• Refer any signs of change in patient condition to supervising RN.
• Assist in calming or reorienting agitated or confused patients.
• Communicate professionally; provide clear, direct instructions and empathetic listening.
• Respect patient privacy and maintain a quiet environment.
• Adhere to professional conduct and dress.
• Maintain orderliness of patient rooms.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Follow instructions

Shift flexibility

Transport to alternative sites

Restraint/de‑escalation training

Competencies

Education

CPR Certification

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

Benefits

• 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

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

Job Summary

Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Constant Observer supports patient safety through monitoring and observation of assigned patient or patients. Provides continual bedside observation to assigned patient. Ensures patient safety. Intervenes as necessary to prevent physical harm to patients who might be at high risk to injure themselves or others due to confusion, delirium, self‑destructive behavior, or a has a high predictive factors of falling. Works with others in the healthcare team to assure prompt intervention to maintain patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Remain at patient bedside at all times.
• Remove visible hazards and/or potentially unsafe equipment from the immediate environment.
• Report unsafe/broken equipment or conditions to immediate supervisor.
• Accompany patient to procedures/tests/therapy as needed.
• Promptly refer to supervising RN any signs or symptoms that may indicate a change in patient’s condition.
• Assist in calming or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Communicate in a positive professional manner; develops and asks questions which open up the dialogue. Provide clear, direct and specific instructions or information to others. Listen with patience and empathy.
• Observe and respect of patient’s right to privacy.
• Maintain quiet environment.
• Adhere to professional conduct/dress.
• Maintain orderliness of patient rooms.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:
  • Experience:
    • Must possess effective interpersonal skills.
    • Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
    • Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays and/or weekends.
    • Must be able to transport self to alternative work sites.
    • Within 90 days of hire completes all .Edu courses on duties of the Constant Observer and the .Edu courses on restraint and seclusion.
    • Completes hospital approved training in managing patient behaviors and de‑escalation techniques.
    • Constant Observers providing patient care must have completed all applicable Competencies within 90 days.
  • Licensure/Certifications: CPR Certification.
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent
  • Experience:
    • Knowledge of hospital environment desired.
    • Previous hospital and/or health care related experience preferred.
    • Bilingual, English/Spanish helpful.

Organization Description

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high‑quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine. Join our team!

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