Patient Sitter - Float Pool | Part-Time, Mid-Shift

Patient Sitter
- Float Pool | Part-Time, Mid-Shift We use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible.# Careers## Patient Sitter
- Float Pool | Part-Time, Mid-Shift Apply:
Phelps Health Hospital:
Part time:
Posted Today:
JR104116
** Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.
** No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.
** General Summary
*** Under the general supervision of a licensed nurse (RN, LPN, shift manager), the Sitter provides observation and minimal ADL assistance with a constant focus on safety in the medical and suicidal patient population.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, notification of the licensed nurse when patient behavior/activities change to insure patient safety.
* Works collaboratively with nursing staff to care for the basic needs of each patient and quickly respond to patient requests to insure patient safety and enhance the patient’s experience.
* Provide constant observation to those requiring a 1:1 sitter, working with the patient care team to ensure seamless safety coverage.
* Documents accurately and efficiently all patient behaviors and activities at the time intervals set by policy related to the type of sitter service being provided.
* Communicates to appropriate team member’s pertinent patient information in order to improve patient outcomes and maintain patient safety.
* Adapts to change in a positive and professional manner in an attempt to support the hospital mission, vision, and values. Follows all hospital policies in regards to appearance, behavior, and attendance.
* Able to maintain calm demeanor and provide care with dignity and respect during stressful encounters.
* Maintains confidentiality of the patient’s plan of care speaking only of the ordered observation to the care team.
** Education
* ** High school diploma or GED preferred.
** Work Experience
*** One year experience in healthcare setting preferred.
** Certification/License
*** American Heart Association Basic Life Support required.
** Mental/Physical Requirements
*** Mental concentration required. Requires excellent communication skills. Standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
** Working Conditions
*** Frequent exposure to infectious disease and hostile persons quent exposure to communicable disease via blood and other body fluids. Minimal physical discomfort. Frequent exposure to restless and/or agitated individuals.
* At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.*### About Phelps Health Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board.

Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps Health also has clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville, Missouri.