Patient Sitter, Patient Care Services - Float Pool

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark is seeking a Patient Sitter who will be assigned to a patient and remain in constant attendance to ensure safety. The sitter will provide continuous observation and promptly report any changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse in charge.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and completion of Handle with Care and Sitter Training courses prior to starting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Complete Handle with Care and Sitter Training Courses before performing the role.
• Follows prescribed safety rules and regulations.
• Able to fulfill the physical demand requirements of the job.
• FIT Testing required.
• Attend Handle with Care Training annually and participate in bi-annual drills.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Staff Nurse, the Patient Sitter will be assigned to a specific patient and will remain in constant attendance with the patient to assist in maintaining the patient’s safety.
• The Patient Sitter must provide continuous observation of the patient until relieved by a qualified individual, and will report any observed changes in the patient’s condition/behavior to the patient’s nurse.

Skills

BLS certification

Handle with Care

Sitter Training

Safety rules

Physical stamina

FIT testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Under the direction of the Staff Nurse, the Patient Sitter will be assigned to a specific patient and will remain in constant attendance with the patient to assist in maintaining the patient’s safety. The Patient Sitter must provide continuous observation of the patient until relieved by a qualified individual, and will report any observed changes in the patient’s condition/behavior to the patient’s nurse.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Successful completion of University Hospital’s Handle with Care and Sitter Training Courses which are part of orientation and must be completed prior to performing the actual Patient Sitter role.
• Follows prescribed safety rules and regulations.
• Able to fulfill the physical demand requirements of the job as stated.
• FIT Testing required.
• Must attend Handle with Care Training annually and participate in bi-annual drills.