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Lifepoint Health

Patient Sitter

Missoula, MT · On-site

Sitters observe the patient and maintain a safe environment; they must always have continuous and unobstructed view of the patient. * The sitter may not adjust or remove restraints. If the patient ...

Jovie

Compassionate Sitter

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

May need to react to emergent situations in a calm, effective and safe manner Our most fulfilling ... For more than 20 years, Jovie Nannies + Sitters has been a trusted partner for parents seeking ...

Lifepoint Health

Patient Sitter

Johnstown, PA · On-site

Maintains competency and possesses the skills to provide a safe environment to those medical ... The sitter will accompany the patient for any test or procedures off the unit. The sitter will ...

Lifepoint Health

Patient Sitter

Missoula, MT · On-site

Maintains competency and possesses the skills to provide a safe environment to those medical ... The sitter will accompany the patient for any test or procedures off the unit. The sitter will ...

Lifepoint Health

Patient Sitter

Missoula, MT · On-site

Maintains competency and possesses the skills to provide a safe environment to those medical ... The sitter will accompany the patient for any test or procedures off the unit. The sitter will ...

Lifepoint Health

Patient Sitter

Johnstown, PA · On-site

Maintains competency and possesses the skills to provide a safe environment to those medical ... The sitter will accompany the patient for any test or procedures off the unit. The sitter will ...

Lifepoint Health

Patient Sitter

Johnstown, PA · On-site

Maintains competency and possesses the skills to provide a safe environment to those medical ... The sitter will accompany the patient for any test or procedures off the unit. The sitter will ...

Lifepoint Health

Patient Sitter

Missoula, MT

Sitters observe the patient and maintain a safe environment; they must always have continuous and unobstructed view of the patient. * The sitter may not adjust or remove restraints. If the patient ...

Adirondack Health

Patient Sitter

Saranac Lake, NY · On-site

$16.93 - $23.50/hr

To provide a safe environment of one-to-one observation of the psychiatrically unstable patient or ... The patient sitter documents every fifteen minutes on their condition and communicates immediately ...

City of Elkhorn, WI

Program Coordinator

Elkhorn, WI · On-site

$16.57/hr

Serve as an instructor for the Safe Sitter program, offered quarterly on Saturdays * Assist the Recreation Supervisor with youth recreation programs including T-Ball, Coach Pitch, Youth Soccer, and ...

Adirondack Health

Patient Sitter

Saranac Lake, NY

$16.93 - $23.50/hr

To provide a safe environment of one-to-one observation of the psychiatrically unstable patient or ... The patient sitter documents every fifteen minutes on their condition and communicates immediately ...

Jovie

Experienced Sitter

Oak Park, IL · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

... safe, nurturing environment • Helping with light clean-up after meals and playtime • Working ... sitters must have personal vehicle) • Ability to pass a background check • CPR/First Aid ...

Jovie of Chicago

Experienced Sitter

Hinsdale, IL · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

... a safe, nurturing environment • Helping with light clean‑up after meals and playtime • ... sitters must have personal vehicle) • Ability to pass a background check • CPR/First Aid ...

Jovie of Greenwich

JOVIE - Sitter - Full Days

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Job Summary College Nannies + Sitters is currently hiring full-day Sitters for families in the area ... Safe and reliable vehicle for transportation * State driver's license * CPR/FA certified and able ...

Jovie

Experienced Sitter

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

... safe, nurturing environment • Helping with light clean-up after meals and playtime • Working ... sitters must have personal vehicle) • Ability to pass a background check • CPR/First Aid ...

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Required credentialsTraining certification in child safety, CPR, and first aidTypically no formal certification required, but some may have babysitting courses
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Employer and industry usageChildcare organizations, hospitals, community programsPrivate families, informal arrangements
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Patient Sitter

Patient Sitter

Lifepoint Health

Missoula, MT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

LifePoint Health rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 258 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

748th of 870 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Description
Job Title: Patient Sitter
Job Type: FT
Schedule: Day
Your experience matters: Community Medical Center
At Community Medical Center, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those in our facilities who interface with and provide care to our patients and community members. 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 planning care through communication with the RN and other patient care team members. Is effectively involved with maintaining the standard of care for assigned patients through communication with the care team. Maintains competency and possesses the skills to provide a safe environment to those medical patients requiring close supervision because of behavioral health issues. Completes duties as assigned and performs duties under the direct supervision of the RN.
Reports to: Director of Emergency Department
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience:
  • Preferred X Required
  • Sitters observe the patient and maintain a safe environment; they must always have continuous and unobstructed view of the patient.
  • The sitter may not adjust or remove restraints. If the patient complains of discomfort, the sitter is to notify the nurse immediately.
  • The sitter will accompany the patient for any test or procedures off the unit. The sitter will accompany surgical patients to the Holding Area.
  • The sitter will remain within arm's length of the patient until relieved by the RN.
  • Sitters will attempt to prevent the patient from pulling out lines/tubes.
  • Sitters will attempt to prevent the patient from getting out of bed if there is an activity level of bed rest ordered.
  • Sitter may assist patient to the bathroom if activity level permits and RN approve. Bathroom door will remain open and sitter will always have direct view of patient.
    At the discretion of the nurse, the sitter may assist with ambulation and feeding.
    The sitter should assist the patient with obtaining fluids, consuming meals, wiping their face, etc.
  • Sitters may read to the patient, play a board game or cards, turn on the television and engage in general conversation.
  • Patient requests for assistance are referred to the nursing staff via call bell system.
  • Always protect the patient's dignity and privacy by keeping the patient covered, the patient room door closed, etc.
    The sitter may not make or receive personal phone calls while on duty or use a personal cell phone. In the case of an emergency, the sitter must notify the nurse that he/she needs to be relieved to make a phone call. The sitter may not leave until he/she has been relieved.
    The sitter may have read material while on duty, but may only read when the patient is asleep.
    The sitter will be relieved for breaks and meals but may not leave the patient until physically relieved by another staff member.

Certifications:
The certifications will be required at the time of hire: Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Clear communication, listening and observation skills.
  • Ability to respond swiftly - physically able to sit, stand, bend, brace and lift at a moment's
  • Calm confident manner and able to remain calm during moment of escalation or high stress.
  • Maintain composure with distressed or combative patient(s).
  • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Every third weekend and 1 major winter and summer holiday is required.
  • Current Montana CNA certification with current listing on the Montana Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Registry.
  • Current American Heart Association BLS certificate or obtained within 90 days after hire date
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
  • Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
  • Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean, and orderly.
    Non-Essential Functions.

What do we offer:
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
  • Shift differential
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
  • Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
  • Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
  • Employee assistance program, including mental, physical, and financial wellness
  • Professional development and growth opportunities

Connect with our Recruiter: Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please get in touch with Ronald De Castro via email, Ronald.DeCastro@lifepoint.net, or connect with me!
About Us
Community Medical Center is a 151-bed hospital located in Missoula, MT. It is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters
EEOC Statement
"Community Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Community Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."
About Us
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
About the Team
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1999

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