Patient Sitter
Company: Northwell Health
Location: Riverhead
Posted on: January 25, 2023
Job Description:
Job Description
Job Description
The patient sitter, under the direct supervision of a Registered
Nurse, keeps the patient safe from harm
Job Responsibility
- Sitters observe the patient and maintain a safe environment,
and as delegated by the nurse, may provide care to the patient that
does not interfere with the ability to maintain continuous visual
contact.
- The sitter accompanies the patient for any clinical tests or
procedures off the unit. The sitter remains within an arm*s length
distance of the patient unless otherwise directed by the person
performing the test or procedure.
- The sitter may be assigned to monitor two patients in the same
room. The sitter positions him/herself to maintain an unobstructed
view of both patients. Additional staff must be provided if patient
activity (e.g., patient ambulating in the hall, patient in the
restroom or patient transported off the unit) prevents the sitter
from simultaneously monitoring both patients.
- The Sitter is responsible for ensuring that the patient*s
dignity is preserved.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the
appropriate observation to the patient population requiring AvaSure
monitoring.
- The Sitter provides for patient safety by removing potentially
harmful objects or contraband from patient and environment (e.g.,
sharp objects, glass items, belts, ties, hairdryer, purse,
cosmetics, mirrors, electric razors).
- The activities delegated to the Sitter are determined by the
policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and are in
accordance with the requirements of the patient care unit.
- Performs related duties, as required.
Job Qualification
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
- Ability to communicate effectively, required.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith
determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to
a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job
advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a
team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be
considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line,
years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated
contracts, budget and internal equity).
Keywords: Northwell Health, New Haven , Patient Sitter, Other , Riverhead, Connecticut
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