What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Sitter PRN Nights position at AdventHealth Ottawa?
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Patient Sitter Days PRN AdventHealth Ottawa
Location Address: 1301 S. Main Street, Ottawa, KS 66067
Top Reasons To Work At AdventHealth Ottawa
- Family friendly community
- Excellent cost of living
- Five major recreational lakes
- Many annual events and festivals
- Environment committed to patient care Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Schedule: PRN - as needed Shift : Nights The role you’ll contribute: The Patient Sitter performs assigned duties and responsibilities specific to the role in a consistently safe, competent and compassionate manner under the direction of the assigned nurse. Assigned duties may include providing a direct and continuous line of vision for the behavioral health patient on constant observation and providing safety and companionship for the patient at high risk for fall injury. The Sitter works in cooperation with all team members in an effort to accomplish departmental goals and objectives The value you’ll bring to the team: ·Perform the role of the one-on-one Sitter for observation and patient safety·Sit with patients as assigned keeping the patient in site at all times·Maintains direct line of vision of patient at all times·Patient must be monitored at all times including during toileting and bathing; privacy is to be respected and staff are to utilize discretion·Reports any patient concerns directly to the nursing staff on the unit immediately
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
- Minimum qualifications :
High School Diploma or Equivalent
BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association
Preferred qualifications:
Prior hospital or medical experience preferred
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Patient Care
Organization: AdventHealth Ottawa
Schedule: Per Diem
Shift: 3 - Night
Req ID: 25013626
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
