Patient Safety Assistant II - Sitter

Overview

Compensation/Benefits

• $13.74-$22.44/hr. based on previous work experience.
• Evening differential $1.50/hr.
• Night differential $1.75/hr.
• Weekend differential $1.75/hr.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.

Under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, provides close observation of patients. Assists patients with activities of daily living. Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment.

Responsibilities

• Patient Monitoring
• Communication
• Safety Commitment
• Provides basic patient care

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent GED.

Licensure/Certification/Registration/ETC.

• Basic Life Support *(BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained through re-training for duration of employment.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.