Patient Sitter FT Nights

Patient Sitter FT Nights

Requirements

• 0-1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role in a healthcare setting required
• Ability to maintain continuous patient observation and respond to safety concerns appropriately
• Strong verbal communication skills to interact with patients, nurses, and the healthcare team
• Knowledge of hospital safety protocols, infection control, and patient confidentiality regulations (HIPAA)
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress or emergency situations
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize changes in patient behavior or condition
• Professionalism and compassion in all patient interactions
• BCLS – Basic Life Support completed by the end of the orientation period required
• SAMA course(s) completed within 30 days of employment required

Responsibilities

• Observes and monitors assigned patients to ensure safety, following hospital policies and procedures
• Maintains continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel
• Complies with patient confidentiality standards and adheres to hospital policies regarding privacy and security
• Follows infection control precautions, including proper hand hygiene and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), in compliance with facility guidelines
• Ensures patient environment remains clean and safe, handling bio-hazardous waste and chemicals according to facility policies
• Protects patient privacy, dignity, and respect during all interactions and care activities
• Assists with non-clinical tasks such as repositioning, reorienting, and engaging patients in appropriate activities to reduce anxiety and restlessness
• Reports safety hazards, unusual behaviors, or changes in patient condition to the RN or appropriate personnel immediately
• Follows facility safety policies, procedures, and service excellence standards
• Completes delegated duties accurately and in a timely manner as directed by the RN
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.