Patient Sitter - Behavioral Health

Piedmont-Healthcare; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Fayette Hospital is seeking a Patient Sitter to monitor patients at risk of confusion, harm, or falls. The sitter works under the supervision of the nurse and communicates concerns to the staff promptly.

Schedule: 12-hour shifts from 7A to 7P. No prior experience is required; a GED or high school diploma is required. This role emphasizes patient safety and supportive presence at the bedside.

Qualifications

• GED or higher required.
• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients who may be confused, combative, at risk of harm or falls and report concerns to the nurse.
• Work under direct supervision of the nurse responsible for the patient's care.

Education

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: 12hrs Shifts; 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) Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• None Required

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Fayette Hospital