Job Title:  Sitter
Department:  CPH West
Location:  50 Leroy Street Potsdam, NY 13676
Hours Per Week:  Variable
Schedule:  Per Diem- Rotating Shift- Mon-Sun

Summary

Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse, providing close observation of patients.  Is responsible for direct observation of the patient who is identified to be at risk for harming self/others, if left alone.  May perform assistive care, such as, but not limited to, setting up patient’s tray, reading to the patient, ambulating with the patient that ambulates independently.  The sitter may assist with personal care as directed by a nurse and if within the training and skills of the sitter.

Key Responsibilities

• Positions self in patient room at bedside to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the nurse. 

• Must possess good interpersonal skills, patience and the ability to deal with confused, sometimes uncooperative patients, and/or be with patients experiencing depression and/or suicide ideations.  Communicates in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for patient, families/significant other and other health care members.

• Obtains verbal report from the patient’s nurse to include information regarding the patient’s identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special consideration (NPO, bed alarms, etc.).  Obtains instruction from nurse regarding ambulation limitations and course of action for redirection of patient if needed.

• Observant of the patient’s activity and behavior and reports any concerns or changes with the patient directly to the licensed nursing staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.

• Maintains a safe and clean environment.

• Accurately and legibly records data collected.

Required Licensure/Certification Skills

• High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of experience preferred

UNION:

Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.