Patient Sitter - PRN

Piedmont Healthcare; Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital in Jasper, Georgia, is seeking a Patient Sitter for PRN coverage to observe patients assessed as confused or at risk of harm, and to relay concerns to the on-duty nurse. The sitter operates under nurse supervision to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities include continuous patient observation, prompt communication with nursing staff, and adherence to hospital policies while providing a calm, supportive presence for at-risk patients.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Observe patients who are confused, combative, or fall risks; monitor and report concerns to the staff nurse as appropriate; operate under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for the patient.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED Preferred

Job description

Patient Sitter - PRN

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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 Mountainside Hospital

Position Information

Location: Jasper, Georgia

Posted: 10/12/2026

Type: Clinical Support

Schedule: PRN

Job ID: 29522