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Mercy Hospital Sitter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

Canton, OH · On-site

$19.75 - $27.75/hr

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially ... May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting. * Good visual acuity through normal ...

Dental Assistant

Canton, OH · On-site

$16.47 - $23.61/hr

Join Cleveland Clinic's Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is ... Requires frequent data entry, lifting patients, pushing/pulling over 75 pounds, sitting, squatting ...

Patient Service Specialist

Canton, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $21.65/hr

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially ... Requires extended periods of standing, walking or sitting. * Good visual acuity through normal or ...

Joseph Mercy Oakland System. Actively supports and participates in the activities of the unit based ... The hospital has been a leading provider of the most advanced medical care for more than 90 years.

Unit Secretary-Mom Baby Unit: Mercy STL

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$41K - $50K/yr

Experience working with electronic health records and hospital information systems preferred ... Requires extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and computer work. This position plays a ...

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RN Ambulatory - Cardiac Rehab

Canton, OH · On-site

$33.50 - $53.40/hr

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially ... sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when ...

GI Technician

Canton, OH · On-site

$19.25 - $25.95/hr

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially ... sitting in a confined area for eight hours using a computer screen and the ability to perform small ...

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How much do mercy hospital sitter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for mercy hospital sitter in the United States is $16.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mercy Hospital Sitter?

A Mercy Hospital Sitter is a caregiver responsible for providing companionship and basic supervision to patients who need extra attention for safety reasons. Sitters monitor patients to prevent falls, confusion-related wandering, or self-harm, and they notify medical staff if any issues arise. They do not provide medical care but play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and comfort of patients during their hospital stay.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Mercy Hospital Sitter?

As a Mercy Hospital Sitter, your main responsibility is to provide one-on-one observation and supervision to assigned patients to ensure their safety and prevent incidents such as falls, self-harm, or wandering. This often involves monitoring patient behavior, reporting any changes or concerns to nursing staff, and assisting with basic comfort measures under the supervision of clinical professionals. You will also be expected to document observations as required and communicate effectively with both patients and the healthcare team. Working closely alongside nurses and other hospital staff, you play an important role in supporting overall patient care and safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mercy Hospital Sitter position, and why are they important?

A Mercy Hospital Sitter should have a high school diploma or GED, strong observational skills, and a basic understanding of patient safety protocols. Familiarity with hospital communication systems, incident reporting tools, and standard patient monitoring procedures is valuable. Compassion, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills. These skills ensure that sitters are attentive to patient needs, can respond appropriately in emergencies, and help maintain a safe, supportive hospital environment.

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Nurse Manager - Transitional Care and Med/Surg Telemetry

Cleveland Clinic

Canton, OH • On-site

$155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Manage the delivery of nursing care on the 4A Transitional Care Unit and 4M Med/Surg Telemetry Unit.

  • Provide clinical supervision, maintain quality outcomes, and ensure patient care standards are met.

  • Supervise caregivers, develop quality initiatives, and coordinate unit operations with other departments.


Cleveland Clinic rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 915 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

345th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic's Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Mercy Hospital's 4thfloor is home to the 4A Transitional Care Unit along with the 4M Med/Surg Telemetry Unit.4Ais a 12-bed unit thatconsists of patients who are transitioning from acute care to home or another care setting and patients who no longer require the intensity ofacute hospital care but still need specialized medical, nursing or other care before discharge. 4M, on the other hand,is a 28-bed acute medical/telemetry unit that also cares for patients in an observation status. This unit is typicallyfast-pacedand allows our caregivers to assess,diagnoseand treat medical concerns with non-invasive methods.
As a Nurse Manager, you will manage the delivery of care within the4A and 4MunitsatMercy Hospital. In this role, you will provide diagnostic or therapeutic services to patients while offering clinical supervision,maintainingqualityoutcomesand supervising all aspects of personnel management and development.Ultimately, yourdedication and leadership help enhance the Cleveland Clinic experience for everyone, whether they are patients,visitorsor fellow caregivers.

A caregiver in this position worksMonday-Fridayfrom 7:30AM - 4:00PM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

  • Manage the practice of professional nursing and delivery of nursing care on an assigned unit.

  • Establish clinical direction of nursing care, provide clinicalsupervisionandmaintainquality outcomes and patient care standards.

  • Identifyand resolve issues affecting the delivery of patient care.

  • Develop quality initiatives and implement policies and procedures toensureefficient and effective delivery of health services.

  • Supervise caregivers and promote development.

  • Maintain adherence to JCAHO and other regulatory standards.

  • Coordinate unit operations with other units/departments.

  • Develop and monitor budgets, approvepurchasesandestablish/revise inventory quotes.

  • Analyze personnel structure anddeterminestaffing needs.

  • Evaluate performance, conductselectionand terminationprocessesand develop strategic plans.

  • Participate in clinical nursing research and support foundation research activities.

  • Direct unit participation in evaluation of new products.

  • Approve purchases and establish or revise inventory quotes.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • Bachelor'sof Science in Nursing (BSN)

  • Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross

  • Three years of recent clinical nursing experience, including at least one year of healthcare management experience

  • High degree of clinicalexpertisein the specialty area

  • Demonstrated leadership, management, communication, counseling, problem solving, decision making, conflict resolution and group process skills

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • Master's Degree in Nursing(MSN)

  • Acute care medical telemetry background

  • Two years of management experience in an inpatient environment

Physical Requirements:

  • Requires full range of motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye and hand coordination.

  • Requires frequent data entry, sitting, standing and walking.

  • Requires corrective vision and hearing to normal range.

  • Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.

  • Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

  • Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $101,900.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $155,390.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).


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