Patient Sitter - Float Pool

Mercy Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a dedicated One-to-One Patient Observer to support patient safety under RN supervision. This full-time Days role emphasizes vigilant observation, clear communication, and compassionate bedside presence.

You will assist with non-nursing tasks within your training scope, sit with patients to monitor surroundings, and take advantage of Mercy's Total Rewards including tuition reimbursement and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.

Responsibilities

• Observe the patient and surroundings to promote safety and prevent injuries.
• Assist the RN with non-nursing tasks within your training and experience.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Previous healthcare experience

Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current

Job description

Overview

Department: Float Pool
Schedule: Full-Time, Days
Facility: Mercy Medical Center
Location: 1325 N Highland, Aurora, Illinois 60506
Compensation Range: $15.00 - $20.19

Why Join Mercy Medical Center

• Join an award-winning community hospital that is part of the nationally recognized Prime Healthcare network, providing employees with the stability and resources of a large health system
• Access comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, designed to support employees at every stage of their careers.
• Take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs, continuing education opportunities, and specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform.

Interview Process

• Fast, streamlined interview process — no long waits or multiple rounds
• One interview with quick decision‑making
• Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability
• Apply, interview, and receive an offer quickly!

Responsibilities

Maintains responsibility to sit with and observe the patient and his/her surrounding environment to promote safety and prevent possible injuries. The One to One Patient Observer assists the Registered Nurse in non-nursing tasks within the scope of training and experience.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $15.00 to $20.19. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf