Patient Sitter - Behavioral Health

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

Job summary

Piedmont Fayette Hospital is seeking a Patient Sitter to monitor patients who may be confused, combative, or at risk of harm. The sitter works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and communicates concerns promptly to the team.

Shifts are 12 hours, 7a–7p, providing schedule flexibility within a hospital setting. No prior experience is required, and the role emphasizes observation, patient safety, and collaboration with caregivers to support exceptional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Observation of patients assessed as confused or at risk.
• Ability to contact staff nurse when concerns arise.
• Supervision under the nurse responsible for the care of the patient.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Observation

Communication with staff

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: 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