Patient Sitter

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• A Patient Sitter provides direct patient observation and input in planning care through communication with the RN and other patient care team members.
• Maintains competency and possesses the skills to provide a safe environment to medical patients requiring close supervision because of behavioral health issues.
• Performs duties as assigned and performs duties under the direct supervision of the RN.
• Reports abnormal assessment findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assists patients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms stocked, clean and orderly.
• Performs basic patient care activities including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.

Reports to:

Director of Emergency Department
FLSA:
Non-exempt

** Your experience matters*
* At Havasu Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional
care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a
person. As a new employee joining our team, you're embracing a vital
mission dedicated to
* making communities healthier*. Join us on this
meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will
make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

** How you'll contribute*
* You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care
intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape
exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our
cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing. Under the
supervision of healthcare provider, performs a variety of basic patient
care activities.

Performs basic patient care activities as delegated including monitoring
vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and
output. Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily
living, including bathing, grooming, and eating. Reports abnormal assessment findings or changes in physical, mental, and
emotional conditions to nursing staff. Assists with keeping patient rooms stocked, clean and orderly. Performs clerical duties, aligned with nursing station activities.