Patient Sitter (casual)

2080 Essentia Health Virginia, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking staff for the Float Pool - Med Surg at the Virginia Hospital. The role involves providing continuous observation and supportive care to patients to ensure safety in a nurturing environment.

Previous patient care experience is preferred, with emphasis on effective communication with the healthcare team and adherence to confidentiality. The position is casual, with day/evening/night rotation and variable start/end times.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caring for patients or equivalent in a similar setting preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate achievement of unit specific competencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous observation of assigned patients to ensure their safety and prevent self-harm or injury.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding the patient’s condition, behavior, and any concerns.
• Assist patients with non-clinical needs, such as companionship, emotional support, and basic comfort measures.
• Follow hospital or facility protocols to maintain a safe environment for the patient.
• Notify nursing staff immediately of any changes in the patient’s condition or behavior.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Document observations and interactions as required by facility policies.
• Support the healthcare team by fostering a calm and positive environment for the patient.

Skills

Patient observation

Effective communication

HIPAA compliance

Documentation

Compassionate care

Job description

Building Location: Essentia Virginia Hospital Department: 2084130 FLOAT POOL - MED SURG - VIR HOSP

Job Description: Responsible for observation and supportive care to an assigned patient to assure a safe and nurturing environment for those patients who may be deemed as a potential safety risk. Work Experience Previous experience in caring for patients or equivalent experience in a similar setting preferred, or the ability to demonstrate achievement of unit specific competencies. Education Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide continuous observation of assigned patients to ensure their safety and prevent self-harm or injury.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding the patient’s condition, behavior, and any concerns.
• Assist patients with non-clinical needs, such as companionship, emotional support, and basic comfort measures.
• Follow hospital or facility protocols to maintain a safe environment for the patient.
• Notify nursing staff immediately of any changes in the patient’s condition or behavior.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Document observations and interactions as required by facility policies.
• Support the healthcare team by fostering a calm and positive environment for the patient.

This position is a casual position.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

None

FTE: 0 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Varies Shift End Time: Varies Weekends: As Needed Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range: $15.64 - $23.46

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

• At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
• Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
• We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.

Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings.

Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.