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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient monitor sitter in Raleigh, NC is $18.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.95 and $21.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patient monitor sitter?

Patient Monitor Sitters, sometimes called patient safety attendants or observation aides, are healthcare workers tasked with closely observing patients who may be at risk of injury or harm to themselves or others. They typically work in hospitals or care facilities, monitoring patients who are confused, disoriented, suicidal, or have a high fall risk. Patient Monitor Sitters help ensure safety by alerting nursing staff if the patient attempts unsafe activities and by providing companionship. While they do not provide medical care, their presence is essential for patient safety and peace of mind for families and staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patient monitor sitter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Monitor Sitter, you need a basic understanding of patient safety protocols, observational skills, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital communication systems and basic electronic health record (EHR) software is beneficial. Strong attention to detail, calmness under pressure, and clear communication help you effectively monitor and report patient behavior. These skills are crucial for maintaining patient safety and supporting clinical staff in preventing accidents or adverse events.

What are some common challenges faced by patient monitor sitters during their shifts?

Patient Monitor Sitters often encounter challenges such as maintaining constant vigilance for extended periods, managing patients who may be restless or confused, and effectively communicating any concerning changes to the nursing staff. It can also be demanding to balance patient safety with respecting their privacy and dignity. Building strong communication skills and staying alert are essential to succeed in this role and ensure positive patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Patient Monitor Sitter vs Patient Care Technician?

AspectPatient Monitor SitterPatient Care Technician
CertificationsNone required, may have CPR certificationCPR certification often required, some states require CNA or similar
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, primarily monitoring patients visuallyHospitals, long-term care, assisting with patient activities
Job FocusMonitoring patients' vital signs and alerting staffProviding basic patient care and support

While both roles involve patient care, a Patient Monitor Sitter primarily focuses on observing patients and monitoring vital signs without providing direct physical care, whereas a Patient Care Technician offers hands-on assistance with daily activities. The roles often overlap in hospital settings, but the Patient Monitor Sitter emphasizes vigilance and alertness, making it ideal for those interested in monitoring roles without extensive physical care responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Patient Monitor Sitter job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,076 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Patient Care Technician - PCT

Fresenius Medical Care

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Fresenius Medical Care rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 1,333 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

532nd of 894 rated healthcare providers

Job description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
  • Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.

Treatment:
  • Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
  • Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
  • Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
  • Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
  • Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
  • Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
  • Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
  • Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
  • Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
  • Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
  • Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
  • Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
  • Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
  • Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
  • Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
  • Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
  • Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
  • Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
  • Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
  • Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
  • Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
  • Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
  • Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.

Staff Related
  • Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.

Education/Communication:
  • Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
  • Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
  • Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
  • Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
  • Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.

RECORD KEEPING:
  • Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
  • Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure

omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
  • Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
  • Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
  • Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
  • Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.

INFECTION CONTROL:
  • Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
  • Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
  • Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
  • Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.

TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:
  • Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
  • Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
  • Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
  • Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
  • Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
  • Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
  • Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
  • Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the

Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.
  • Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
  • The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
  • The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.

EDUCATION AND LICENSES:
  • High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
  • Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
  • All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.
  • Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.
  • Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors

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We are a Team of more than 70,000 with one guiding Principle Patients First. This promise starts with providing the most comprehensive care for people living with Chronic Kidney Disease and extends to Innovative Solutions that are redefining Healthcare and setting the industry standard. From evolving home Dialysis and Patient education programs to improving patient care to providing World Class Research and Data driven insights. Our vertically integrated network tirelessly seeks new ways to improve the quality of our Patients' lives. We believe each of us can make an impact and together we can change an industry. Our Mission is to Provide Superior care that improves the quality of life of every patient, every day, setting the standard by which others in the Healthcare Industry are judged. And none of us does it alone. We bring together the brightest minds in kidney care to Dream, Research, and Innovate.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Waltham, MA, US

Year founded

1996

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