Patient Sitter FT Days Float Pool

Primary City/State: Various Locations - Phoenix, AZ Category: Patient Services Shift: Day Department: Network Float Pool Full-Time Days East Valley Locations: Florence, Four Peaks & Tempe Schedule: 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM Full-Time | 36 Hours per Week Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you'll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona's largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most - caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

JOB SUMMARY

The Patient Sitter assures patient safety by providing constant supervision within scope of responsibilities. Performs a variety of non-clinical basic patient care tasks. Demonstrates highest level of professionalism: maintains a compassionate and pleasant manner to assure patient dignity and safety; maintains patient confidentiality and privacy; treats patient and family with respect. Uses appropriate safety techniques and standard precautions, as evidence by proper isolation attire and appropriate hand cleansing techniques. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Observes patient for basic changes in condition, comfort or safety issues and reports to Nursing personnel when intervention or clinical monitoring is required. Assists patient with basic comfort needs such as arranging pillows, handling patient food, drink or supplies, as long as patient does not have any special needs, allergies, diet or activity restrictions.

EDUCATION

Other / Certificate HS Coursework Required

EXPERIENCE

6 months in a hospital role Preferred We're all in for your career. #J-18808-Ljbffr HonorHealth