Patient Sitter Nursing Float Pool

RWJBarnabas Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Patient Sitter for RWJ Hamilton to monitor and ensure patient safety during the night shift. This hourly role supports nursing staff and provides non-medical care and companionship to patients.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and BLS certification from the American Heart Association. 36 hours per week, night shift with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure patient safety, especially for at-risk patients.
• Provide companionship and assist with non-medical needs.

Skills

Communication

Patient safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Job Title: Patient Sitter

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Nursing Float Pool

Req #: 0000269039

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $16.59 - $16.59 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Patient Sitter for RWJ Hamilton.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• BLS required through American Heart Association

Preferred:

• Prior experience in patient care preferred
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with others effectively
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Scheduling Requirements:

• 36 hours a week - Nightshift with rotating weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and rotating holidays required

Essential Functions:

• The Patient Sitter is support staff assigned to monitor and ensure the safety of patients, particularly those at risk of injury or requiring constant supervision,
• Their primary role is to prevent accidents, assist with non-medical needs, and provide companionship to the patient

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer