Patient Sitter - PRN, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare; Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital is seeking a Patient Sitter to monitor patients at risk and report concerns to the nurse in charge. The sitter works under supervision to ensure patient safety and comfort.

The role requires attentiveness and a willingness to follow facility protocols. This on-site position supports patient care teams within Piedmont Mountainside Hospital.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Licenses and certifications not required.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients assessed as confused, combative, may harm themselves, or are at fall risk.
• Notify staff nurse with concerns as needed.
• Operate under the direct supervision of the nurse responsible for the patient.

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

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