Patient Sitter- Behav Health, PT

Piedmont-Healthcare; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont Fayette Hospital in Fayetteville, GA, is seeking a Patient Sitter for a part-time 12-hour shift (7A–7P). The role involves monitoring patients at risk and communicating with the nursing staff to ensure safety and comfort.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (GED preferred) and no prior experience is necessary. This is a supportive role within the patient care team.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED preferred.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients who are confused, combative, may harm themselves, or are fall risks.
• The sitter contacts the staff nurse as appropriate with concerns.
• The sitter functions under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for the care of the patient.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you’ll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You’ll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Schedule: Part Time, 2 12hr Shift, 7A-7p

Responsibilities

The Patient Sitter is responsible for observation of patients who have been assessed as confused, combative, have the potential to cause themselves harm, or are a fall risk. The sitter will contact the staff nurse as appropriate with concerns. The sitter functions under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for the care of the patient.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Preferred

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• None Required

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Fayette Hospital