Patient Sitter

Additional responsibilities:

• Sitters observe the patient and maintain a safe environment; they must always have continuous and unobstructed view of the patient.

• The sitter may not adjust or remove restraints. If the patient complains of discomfort, the sitter is to notify the nurse immediately.

• The sitter will accompany the patient for any test or procedures off the unit.

• The sitter will accompany surgical patients to the Holding Area.

• The sitter will remain within arm’s length of the patient until relieved by the RN.

• Sitters will attempt to prevent the patient from pulling out lines/tubes.

• Sitters will attempt to prevent the patient from getting out of bed if there is an activity level of bed rest ordered.

• Sitter may assist patient to the bathroom if activity level permits and RN approves.

• Bathroom door will remain open and sitter will have direct view of patient at all times.

• At the discretion of the nurse, the sitter may assist with ambulation and feeding.

• The sitter should assist the patient with obtaining fluids, consuming meals, wiping their face, etc.

• Sitters may read to the patient, play a board game or cards, turn on the television and engage on general conversation.

• Patient requests for assistance are referred to the nursing staff via call bell system.

• Always protect the patient’s dignity and privacy by keeping the patient covered, the patient room door closed, etc.

• The sitter may not make or receive personal phone calls while on duty or use a personal cell phone. In the case of an emergency, the sitter must notify the nurse that he/she needs to be relieved to make a phone call.

• The sitter may not leave until he/she has been relieved.

• The sitter may have reading material while on duty but may only read when the patient is asleep.

• The sitter will be relieved for breaks and meals but may not leave the patient until physically relieved by another staff member.

What we’re looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.