Job description
The Patient Sitter provides direct, continuous observation to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Additional Responsibilities:
- Provides and assist patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) which may include but is not limited to:
- Direct observation of the patient at all times
- Assisting patients to the bathroom
- Assisting the patient with meals/feeding
- Communicates frequently with the patient care team to report concerns and provide updates on patient status or obtain direction for assisting the patient with care needs
- Conveys compassion, empathy and understanding to the patient without offering personal judgment or opinions
- Protects patient and team members by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
- Documents patient care services timely and accurately
- Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
- Apply DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Shift: Varied
Hours: Hours Varied, 56 hrs pp
Type: Part Time
Category: Clinical
Requirements:Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English. Basic computer skills including the ability to send/ receive/ email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information tools. Experience in a healthcare related position preferred.
- Safety-Sensitive Position
**As a condition of employment, vaccinations are required per DRH Policy. Medical and Religious Exemptions are available upon request.
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