What are the responsibilities and job description for the PATIENT SITTER position at Salina Regional Health Center?
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POSITION SUMMARY
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Position Summary:
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The Patient Sitter provides support to the nursing staff by observing the patient to prevent patient injury to include: acts to prevent a confused patient from falling, leaving the unit or pulling out intravenous lines or other tubes, etc. or prevent the suicidal patient from intentionally committing self-harm. Works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse assigned to the patient.
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POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum Education
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High school graduate or GED preferred
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Minimum Experience
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Hospital experience preferred.
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Required Registration/License/Certification
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None
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