Sitter

Shannon Health; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannon Health in San Angelo, TX seeks an ER Sitter to provide direct observation of patients under licensed supervision, following Shannon Medical Center Standards of Care. Responsibilities include accurate documentation, effective communication, and maintaining a safe environment.

Requirements include at least one year of healthcare/patient care experience and one year in mental health or related fields; BLS and SAFE Level III certifications obtained within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a Healthcare/Medical setting in Patient Care.
• One year of experience in Mental Health, Social Services, and/or Behavioral Science.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct observation of patients under supervision according to Shannon Medical Center Standards of Care.
• Communicate effectively with team, document accurately, and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Mental health

Job description

Under the supervision of licensed personnel, provides direct observation of patients according to the Shannon Medical Center Standards of Care, policies, and procedures. The Emergency Room Sitter ha both team member and patient care responsibilities that requires judgements, accountability and follow through. Within these responsibilities, accepting delegation, communicating effectively and confidentially, recording accurate information, demonstrating flexibility and maintaining a safe environment by completing unit related services are critical to issues in this position.

• One year of experience in a Healthcare/Medical setting in Patient Care
• One year of experience in Mental Health, Social Services, and/or Behavioral Science

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
    • Must obtain within ninety (90) days of start date
  • SAFE Approach Level III
    • Must obtain within six (6) months of start date