Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse's daily supervision and direction to the Nurse Manager, the Patient Sitter observes the patient for any unusual behavior and assists in preventing any harm to the patient.

JOB-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Ensures that any change in patient condition or unusual circumstances is reported immediately to the charge nurse.
•Practices correct isolation techniques to maintain a safe environment and to control the spread of infection.
•Maintains the cleanliness of various instruments and equipment per hospital policy.
•Keeps patient rooms clean and orderly; makes beds, replaces soiled linens, straightens beside the table, and prepares the room for occupancy.
•Exchanges and communicates patient care activities and meets all patient needs within shift parameters.
•Corrects audit deficiencies of medical records within allotted time frames.
•Resolves with assistance from the charge nurse areas of concern or conflict with patient families and/or co-workers professionally, proactively, and courteously.
•Accepts direction from supervisors and other management team members positively and professionally.

o Performs other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:
•H.S. diploma or equivalent required

EXPERIENCE:
•Preferably six (6) months of experience

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
•Basic Life Support (BLS) certification provided by an American Heart Association approved provider
•Patient de-escalation training (SAMA) required within 30 days of hire
•Must maintain current certification in good standing during employment with this facility.
•Must obtain current tuberculosis test within the first fourteen (14) days of employment and annually thereafter.
•Maintain current certification in good standing during employment with this facility or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire. Nexus Health Systems

Job Tags

Immediate start, Day shift, All shifts,

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