Sitter

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Covington, VA is seeking a patient sitter to provide one-on-one observation of designated patients, under the supervision of a registered nurse.

You will document needs, participate in ongoing educational activities, and contribute to patient safety by following directions and completing assigned goals.

Minimum requirements include clear English communication and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Must communicate clearly in English and document information accurately.
• Ability to sit and directly observe hospital patients.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct observation under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Clear communication

Observation

Education

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Provides one-on-one observation of a designated patient. Sitters are under the supervision of the registered nurse and should notify them of any patient needs. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct observation as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personel.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience

• #N/A

Education

Minimum Required

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Ability to sit and directly observe hospital patients.

Licensure

Minimum Required

• CPR