Patient Sitter - Carelink, PRN - Midtown

Piedmont; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Midtown is seeking a Patient Sitter to observe patients who are confused, combative, or at risk of harm and falls. The sitter will promptly contact the staff nurse with concerns.

Under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for patient care, you will help maintain a safe environment and support the care team. Education requires a high school diploma or GED; no previous experience is required.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED preferred.
• No experience required.
• None required licenses or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients assessed as confused, combative, or at risk of harm or falls.
• Contact the staff nurse with concerns as appropriate.
• Operate under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for patient care.

Skills

Observation

Patient safety awareness

Team communication

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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.

Overview

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.

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 Columbus Midtown