Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Assumes responsibility for constant observation and ensures patient's safety while actively preventing self-harm or harm to others. Assists with meeting limited patient needs under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Accountabilities Observes assigned patient(s) and documents observations according to policy (restraint policy/suicide precautions). - 50% Ensures patient safety. Identifies any potential risk to patient or to others. - 10% Ensures the patient does not leave the room unattended and notifies/engages assistance from unit staff and/or Security if patient tries to leave the unit/facility. - 5% Reports unusual occurrences, problems and/or changes to assigned Registered Nurse. - 5% Assumes responsibility for meeting patient needs such as vital signs, hygiene, linen changes, turning and positioning, eating, ambulation, patient transfers and transports. - 5% Provides comfort measures and diversional activities as directed by Registered Nurse. - 5% Accurately documents treatments/procedures, observations, nursing care and patient activities according to Policies and Procedures. - 5% Assists nurse and/or MD with patient care, procedures/treatments as appropriate. * - 5% Maintains patient confidentiality. - 5% Performs other duties as assigned. - 5% Minimum Qualifications Education - High school diploma or equivalent Experience - No previous experience required Required Licensures Certified Nursing Assistant certified Patient Care Assistant or equivalent training CPR Heartsaver Other Required Skills/Experience - Must possess the knowledge and skills to care for patients; other training as required by department. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Location 5 Medical Park Rd Richland Facility 1510 Richland Hospital Department 15109251 Sitters/Observers Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health. Prisma Health is the largest not-for-profit health organization in South Carolina, serving more than 1.2 million patients annually. Our 32,000 team members are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of you and your family. Our promise is to: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.