Hospital Patient Sitter

Best Care Options Home Care, LLC is hiring five dependable and compassionate Hospital Patient Sitters for PRN (as-needed) assignments in the Oklahoma City area. Pay: $13.00–$14.00 per hour, based on relevant experience. Schedule: Flexible 8- or 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as assignments become available. Hours are not guaranteed.

POSITION SUMMARY

Hospital Patient Sitters provide non-medical, continuous observation and companionship to assigned hospital patients. Sitters help maintain a safe environment by remaining attentive, following hospital instructions, and promptly notifying nursing staff of patient needs or safety concerns.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Remain with the assigned patient throughout the shift, except when properly relieved. Observe patient behavior and promptly notify nursing staff of changes or concerns. Follow hospital instructions regarding patient safety and observation. Provide calm, respectful companionship and reassurance. Immediately alert nursing staff to fall risks, attempts to leave, distress, or other safety concerns. Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. Follow hospital and agency policies, infection prevention procedures, and reporting requirements. Communicate professionally with hospital staff and agency supervisors. Complete required observation records when instructed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with elderly adults, dementia care, caregiving, hospital sitting, or patient observation preferred but not required. Dependable, attentive, patient, and able to communicate clearly. Able to remain alert and focused throughout an 8- or 12-hour shift. Able to meet applicable background screening, orientation, and hospital credentialing requirements. Ability to work independently while following nursing staff directions.

IMPORTANT ROLE LIMITATIONS

This is an observation-only, non-medical position. Sitters do not administer medications, provide clinical treatments, perform nursing procedures, independently transfer or reposition patients, or replace hospital nursing staff. Patient care needs must be referred to authorized hospital personnel. Best Care Options Home Care, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Best Care Options Home Care