Private Duty Sitter Full Time 7p

Southeast Health; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Health in Dothan, Alabama is seeking a Patient Sitter to work under the supervision of the nursing staff, providing direct observation of patients who may be at risk for safety or injury. The sitter ensures constant observation, maintains a safe environment, and promptly reports any changes in the patient’s condition or concerns about well-being.

This role requires CPR and CPI training, good interpersonal and customer service skills, and the ability to communicate with patients of

Qualifications

• Employed by SAMC in another position which allows for extra or downtime to be spent in a sitter role.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others.
• CPR required CPI Training with certification

Responsibilities

• The Patient Sitter observes the patient at all times, maintains a safe environment, and reports any changes in the patient’s condition or concerns regarding the patient’s well-being.

Skills

CPR certification

CPI training

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Observation skills

Job description

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Job Description Summary

The Patient Sitter works under the supervision and guidance of the professional nursing staff and is responsible for the direct observation of a patient who has the potential for, or who has demonstrated behaviors that put them at risk for safety and/or injury. The Patient Sitter observes the patient at all times, maintains a safe environment, and reports any changes in the patient’s condition or concerns regarding the patient’s well-being.

Job Description

Qualifications:

Employed by SAMC in another position which allows for extra or downtime to be spent in a sitter role. Effective interpersonal and customer service skills, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others. CPR Required CPI Training with certification

Skills:

Successful completion of Patient Sitter Training. Annual completion of competency requirements Ability to read, write, and speak English. Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with individuals of varied age groups and cultures

Shift
Night

Shift Details

7:00 pm - 7:00 am

FTE
0.9

Type
Regular

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