What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Sitter position at Phelps Health?
General Summary
- Under the general supervision of a licensed nurse (RN, LPN, shift manager), the Sitter provides observation and minimal ADL assistance with a constant focus on safety in the medical and suicidal patient population.
- Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, notification of the licensed nurse when patient behavior/activities change to insure patient safety.
- Works collaboratively with nursing staff to care for the basic needs of each patient and quickly respond to patient requests to insure patient safety and enhance the patient’s experience.
- Provide constant observation to those requiring a 1:1 sitter, working with the patient care team to ensure seamless safety coverage.
- Documents accurately and efficiently all patient behaviors and activities at the time intervals set by policy related to the type of sitter service being provided.
- Communicates to appropriate team member’s pertinent patient information in order to improve patient outcomes and maintain patient safety.
- Adapts to change in a positive and professional manner in an attempt to support the hospital mission, vision, and values. Follows all hospital policies in regards to appearance, behavior, and attendance.
- Able to maintain calm demeanor and provide care with dignity and respect during stressful encounters.
- Maintains confidentiality of the patient’s plan of care speaking only of the ordered observation to the care team.
- Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Work Experience
- One year experience in healthcare setting preferred.
- Certification/License
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support required.
- Mental concentration required. Requires excellent communication skills. Standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
- Frequent exposure to infectious disease and hostile persons at times. Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and other body fluids. Minimal physical discomfort. Frequent exposure to restless and/or agitated individuals.
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