Patient Sitter
3 days ago
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Summary
Heritage Valley Health System is seeking a Patient Sitter to join their Nursing Administration team in Beaver, PA. The role involves providing compassionate, continuous observation for patients at risk of harming themselves or others.
About the Role
As a Patient Sitter, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of patients by preventing falls, managing impulsive behaviors, and de-escalating distress. You will assist with mobility, toileting, repositioning, and eating or drinking, while fostering comfort and reassurance through meaningful conversation and engaging activities.
About You
Required:
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and appropriately.
- Ability to maintain focus and provide continuous observation for extended periods.
Preferred:
- Previous experience as a sitter for patients in an acute care or residential setting.
- Non-violent crisis intervention experience.
Heritage Valley Health System
Heritage Valley Health System is a $535 million integrated delivery network providing comprehensive health care for residents of Allegheny, Beaver, Butler and Lawrence counties, in Pennsylvania; eastern Ohio; and the panhandle of West Virginia. In partnership with over 3,600 employees and more than 600 physicians, Heritage Valley offers a broad range of medical, surgical and diagnostic services at its two hospitals: Heritage Valley Beaver and Heritage Valley Sewickley; in 50 physician offices; and many community satellite facilities.
Beaver, PA