Patient Care Sitter-Cna

Overview

The Patient Care Sitter/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a dual role in providing direct observation and hands‑on care to patients in an acute care setting. The sitter/CNA ensures patient safety through continuous observation while also assisting with basic patient care tasks. Working under the supervision of nursing staff, the sitter/CNA helps maintain a safe and supportive environment for patients, particularly those at risk for falls, elopement, or self‑harm.

Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Essential Duties

• Provide continuous monitoring of patients at risk for injury or harm, ensuring their safety at all times.
• Communication:
  Notify nursing staff immediately if there are changes in the patient's condition or behaviors.
• Patient Care Assistance:
  Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting. Answer call lights promptly, and relay patient concerns to the nursing team.
• Vital Signs Monitoring:
  Accurately measure and record patients' vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, weights, and blood sugars as needed.
• Patient Mobility:
  Assist patients with mobility, including turning, repositioning, transferring, and ambulation, using proper body mechanics and safety techniques/equipment
• Patient Safety:
  Monitor and report any changes in patients conditions to the nursing staff. Ensure the safety and comfort of patients by following established protocols. Utilize restraints and assistive devices appropriately. Assist with emergency codes as needed.
• Documentation:
  Document patient care activities and observations in the electronic health record (EHR) system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Specimen Collection:
  Collect specimens such as urine and stool for laboratory testing as directed by nursing staff.
• Infection Control:
  Adhere to infection control procedures, including hand hygiene, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and environmental cleaning.
• Equipment Handling:
  Assist with the setup, operation, and cleaning of medical equipment as directed by the nursing staff.
• Patient
  
  Experience:
  
  Engage with patients and their families in a manner that promotes comfort, trust, and understanding. Address patient concerns with empathy and professionalism, striving to create a positive and supportive environment that fosters a sense of security and well‑being.
• Employee
  
  Experience:
  
  Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment. Offer constructive feedback and assistance to peers, and engage in open communication to promote a culture of mutual respect and teamwork.
• Team member will maintain annual education requirements for hospital‑based certifications (e.g. DNV CARF and or others).

Nonessential Job Duties

• Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly patient room, including tidying up and removing clutter.
• Help with transporting patients between departments or to diagnostic tests, as directed by nursing staff.
• Support other unit tasks such as stocking supplies and setting up patient care equipment as needed.
• Participate in hospital training programs and continuing education to enhance patient care skills.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

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Compensation

• Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on‑call
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
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