What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Sitter (PRN) position at Highland District Hospital?
PATIENT SITTER
Organization: HDH
Hours: PRN (# of hours/days/times will vary)
Organization: HDH
Hours: PRN (# of hours/days/times will vary)
***Applicants must understand they can/may be called to patient sit 24/7/365 days a year depending on patient/organizational needs for a Patient Sitter.
Major Responsibilities:
- Patient Sitter will function in the capacity of a nursing support person who assists licensed personnel in observing patients who are identified as safety risks.
- Keep patient safe by observing and monitoring patient at all times.
- Reports and communicates observations of changes to physical, mental, or emotional status of patient to nursing staff.
- Functions under the direction, instruction, and supervision of the Registered Nurse who assessed the patient.
- Ensures safety of patient by following HDH sitter policy.
- Responds to the demands of changing acuity in a positive manner.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
High School diploma or GED equivalent or currently enrolled as a student. Must be willing to complete CPI training provided by HDH.
Why join the HDH team?
Highland District Hospital is a critical access designated, 25-bed acute care facility. We currently employ more than 400 people and benefit from the services of community volunteers. Our medical staff includes over 100 physicians and 15 mid-level providers, representing over 25 specialties and subspecialties. While we are a community-centered hospital, we are also known for our technology and sophisticated healthcare services. Our service area includes over 65,000 residents from Highland County and surrounding counties.
Highland District Hospital is a critical access designated, 25-bed acute care facility. We currently employ more than 400 people and benefit from the services of community volunteers. Our medical staff includes over 100 physicians and 15 mid-level providers, representing over 25 specialties and subspecialties. While we are a community-centered hospital, we are also known for our technology and sophisticated healthcare services. Our service area includes over 65,000 residents from Highland County and surrounding counties.
At Highland District Hospital we strive to be caring people serving our community by providing exceptional, accessible, quality healthcare in an atmosphere of safety, compassion, and excellence.
Our values provide the framework for fulfilling our mission and vision.
We value:- Quality
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Integrity
- Patient-First Mind Set
- Compassion
At HDH we are always focused on doing what is best for those we serve and committed to providing a safe, effective, and efficient environment which promotes healing and growth.
