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Patient Safety Sitter - Emergency Room - Per Diem EveningRARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER- PERTH AMBOY Perth Amboy Requisition #2022-115241 ShiftEvening StatusPer Diem Weekend WorkOne Weekend a Month HolidaysTwo of 6 On CallNo On-Call Required Shift Hours3p.m. - 11p.m. Address530 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy, 08861 Apply (https://careers-hackensackmeridianhealth.icims.com/jobs/115241/login) Save Job Job Saved View SavedOverviewHow have you impacted someone’s life today? At Hackensack Meridian Health our healthcare teams are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of care each and every day. From our hospitals, rehab centers and occupational health teams to our long-term care centers and at-home care capabilities, our complete spectrum of services will allow you to apply your skills in multiple settings while building your career all within New Jersey’s premier healthcare system. ResponsibilitiesA day in the life of a Patient Safety Sitter at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: Under direction of the RN, provides a safe environment for patients whose behavior warrants observation, for “at risk for falls”
Utilizes appropriate communication channels; obtains report and communicates all changes in behavior to the RN
Continuously observes the patient within eyesight range at arm’s length and by maintaining presence in the room
Responds to patients attempts to ambulate and get up by first putting on call light and calling out for help
Arranges scheduled breaks and meals with RN
Observes and reports patients' behaviors and changes to RN promptly
Ensure patient satisfaction and positive patient communications outcomes by promoting concepts of Pride in Caring
Introduces self, greets and orients patient to role of sitter
Communicates patient’s needs, requests and complaints of pain to RN promptly
Keeps patient informed of status of requests
Maintains confidentiality and privacy of patient and information
Provides competent observation to patients and intervenes appropriately for fall risk utilizing safe patient approach
QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required
Previous experience in a hospital setting preferred
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
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