Patient Sitter

Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.

S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.

S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection.

With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Important Note : Nicotine is part of our pre-employment drug screen

Responsibilities

The patient companion performs close and / or continuous observation of pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients who may be at risk for adverse events such as falls, self-injury or harm to others in accordance with the training and established methods and procedures of the hospital.

The patient companion provides direct observation of patients as directed by a nurse.

1. Responsible for providing direct observation of patients as directed by the nursing plan of care and under the supervision of the nursing staff and / or nursing supervisor.

2. Adheres to clinical policies and procedures when performing patient companion tasks

3. Is flexible : copes successfully with a variety of situations, personalities and the changing work environment.

4. Demonstrates understanding of the importance of safety

5. Communicates with patients in a manner that is respectful of their age, culture, and education

6. Only accepts delegated tasks competent to perform, and communicates need for additional information, assistance or guidance as needed

7. Performs timely and accurate documentation as required by area of employment

8. Greets patients and visitors with friendly manner upon arrival and orients them to the room / unit.

9. Applies the knowledge and skills needed to do the job

10. Keeps informed about practices, procedures, and new developments related to own work.

Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalentAmerican Heart Association BLS