Patient Sitter, Per Diem

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Under the direction of a RN, contributes to the Hospital’s mission by providing a safeguard for our at-risk patients by monitoring the stay and keeping the nurse informed. This non-clinical staff position will have an impact on patient safety by minimizing falls and harm to self. Job Description: Education Preferred : High School Diploma or equivalent LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS: LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Basic Life Support POPULATION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: A dolescent, adult and geriatric JOB FUNCTIONS: As part of the Patient Care Services team, this position performs the following tasks under the direction of a RN: and completes a thorough and comprehensive handoff with the other Patient Safety Associates and RNs. and/or assisting the patient in eating. support. - Watches over patients that have been designated as a risk-to-self. - Assists patients with walking. - Effectively communicates with all members of the patient care team throughout the shift - Assists in the patient’s meal and nourishment, by setting up trays, feeding the patient - Engag...