What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Sitter Contingent Days position at DMC Receiving Hospital?
DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.
Job Summary
Under direct supervision, and according to established procedures, observes and monitors assigned patient(s) behavior. Provides safety interventions and basic self care needs as needed while providing attention to specific patients behavioral needs. Accompanies patient(s) for clinical studies, documents pertinent data for observations and notifies appropriate nursing personnel when necessary.
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Completion of a formal CPR course desirable.
