What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Sitter position at Spectrum Health?
About Wayne Hospital
Recognized by the US News & World Report as a high-performing facility in congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, kidney failure, and maternal services. It has been serving the community since 1957 and has a long-standing partnership with Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help handle a variety of health and communicable disease concerns.
Scope of Work
The Patient Sitter, under the supervision of an RN, provides close observation of patients and assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Assists with activities of daily living, unless the patient needs are beyond the Patient Sitter scope. The RN delegates to the Patient Observation Aide the patient’s identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special consideration (NPO, bed alarms, etc.). Maintains constant observation of the patient’s activity and behavior and communicates regularly to the nurse.
Range of Pay
- Range of pay between $ and $, based on experience.
Qualifications
About Corewell Health
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work / life balance goals. Learn more .
On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Wayne Hospital - 33155 Annapolis - Wayne
Department Name
Nursing Resource Pool - Wayne
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
Hours of Work
7 : 00 - 3 : 30
Days Worked
Variable
Weekend Frequency
Every other weekend
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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