- Parkersburg, West Virginia, United States
- On-site
- Full-time · Entry
Provides constant observation and monitoring of assigned patients to ensure safety and prevention of injury, and assists patients with daily needs within a hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Provides constant observation and monitoring of assigned patients to ensure safety and prevention of injury
- Receives report from the RN/Charge RN, including any patient specific behaviors to monitor
- Courteously greets patients and their visitors, identifies self, and explains purpose utilizing AIDET communication model
- Observes and reports to the RN/Charge RN all patient concerns or changes in condition
- Promptly calls for assistance as needed
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association within 30 days or hire
- Successful completion of Hospital Patient Care Sitter course prior to working a shift as a patient sitter