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Patient Sitter

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$16.59/hr

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Patient Sitter for RWJ Hamilton. Qualifications: Required: * High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. * BLS required through American Heart ...

One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619 Job Title: Patient Sitter Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital Department Name: Nursing Float Pool Req #: 0000261693 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range ...

Patient Sitter

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$16.59/hr

One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619 Job Title: Patient Sitter Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital Department Name: Nursing Float Pool Req #: 0000261693 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range ...

The Patient Sitter works closely with the nursing team to promote patient comfort, safety, and ... Travel to other Vista Health sites may be required. Why Join Vista Medical Center? At Vista, we are ...

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Patient Sitter for RWJ Hamilton. Qualifications: Required: * High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. * BLS required through American Heart ...

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Patient Sitter for RWJ Hamilton. Qualifications: Required: * High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. * BLS required through American Heart ...

Patient Sitter

Lakewood, NJ · On-site

$16.51 - $18.44/hr

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Patient Sitter for Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus. Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus is a fully accredited acute care hospital ...

Patient Sitter

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$16.59/hr

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Patient Sitter for RWJ Hamilton. Qualifications: Required: * High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. * BLS required through American Heart ...

Patient Sitter

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$16.59/hr

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Patient Sitter for RWJ Hamilton. Qualifications: Required: * High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. * BLS required through American Heart ...

Patient Sitter

Saranac Lake, NY · On-site

$16.93 - $23.50/hr

The patient sitter documents every fifteen minutes on their condition and communicates immediately to nursing or medical personnel any change in the patient, or if assistance is needed. The sitter ...

One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619 Job Title: Patient Sitter Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital Department Name: Nursing Float Pool Req #: 0000237441 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range ...

Patient Sitter

Saranac Lake, NY · On-site

$16.93 - $23.50/hr

The patient sitter documents every fifteen minutes on their condition and communicates immediately to nursing or medical personnel any change in the patient, or if assistance is needed. The sitter ...

We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve. Qualifications and requirements: A Patient Sitter provides direct patient observation and input in ...

We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve. Qualifications and requirements: A Patient Sitter provides direct patient observation and input in ...

To inspire hope that contributes to health and well-being for a unique care experience. We strive ... Care - Experience We are looking for an experience Patient/Resident Sitter - Part-time/ Per diem.

To inspire hope that contributes to health and well-being for a unique care experience. We strive ... Care - Experience We are looking for an experience Patient/Resident Sitter - Part-time/ Per diem.

To inspire hope that contributes to health and well-being for a unique care experience. We strive ... Our facility is looking to add a compassionate patient sitter to our facility. In this role you ...

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Patient Sitter

Hamilton, NJ • On-site

RWJBarnabas Health
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

$16.59/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


RWJBarnabas Health rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 332 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

231st of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Job Title: Patient Sitter

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Nursing Float Pool

Req #: 0000261693

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $16.59 - $16.59 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Patient Sitter for RWJ Hamilton.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • BLS required through American Heart Association

Preferred:

  • Prior experience in patient care preferred
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate with others effectively
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

Scheduling Requirements:

  • 36 hours a week - Day shift with rotating weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and rotating holidays required  

Essential Functions:

  • The Patient Sitter is support staff assigned to monitor and ensure the safety of patients, particularly those at risk of injury or requiring constant supervision,
  • Their primary role is to prevent accidents, assist with non-medical needs, and provide companionship to the patient

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks :

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.  These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

  • Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
  • Retirement Plans
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Planning Support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Community and Volunteer Opportunities
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
  • ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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About RWJBarnabas Health

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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015