Sitter nights at Mission Community Hospital Panorama City, CA

Overview Sitter nights job at Mission Community Hospital, Panorama City, CA. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or designee, a Sitter may be clinical and/or non‑clinical, providing patient safety services through visualization and close proximity to patients at risk of harming themselves or others. The patient population may include individuals with suicidal or psychotic behavior or medical conditions that cause confusion or inability to comply with healthcare directives. The Sitter does not provide direct patient care but supports the healthcare team by supervising patients to prevent or minimize harm. Benefits Flexible Scheduling Opportunities for Career Growth Competitive Pay Responsibilities Monitors the behavior and habits of a particular patient in the hospital. Communicates in a timely manner to the supervising RN any patient needs, concerns, or questions in real time. Safely ambulates with the sitter patient as permitted by the healthcare team. Notifies or informs members of the healthcare team when a need arises. Honors the rights, privacy, and opinions of the patient and their families. Actively focuses on the assigned sitter patient. Refrains from activities other than sitting (e.g., using a cellphone, watching TV, reading, logging into a computer, visiting with others). Demonstrates empathy, concern, and a caring approach to patients and families. Maintains confidentiality at all times to ensure the integrity of the nursing department and patient rights. Maintains current educational records, including licensure and certification as required by hospital policy. Assists in crisis situations—performs CPR, assists in restraining violent patients, etc. Demonstrates knowledge of code announcements (Code Blue, Code Red, Code Gray, Code Silver, etc.) as stated in the Safety Manual and follows appropriate code notification procedures quickly and calmly. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Fluent in English. Works at least 3 shifts per 1-month period to remain active. Licensed and/or certified healthcare worker (e.g., LVN, ER tech, CNA, medical assistant, mental health worker) or completed an initial Sitter Orientation and Competency course. BLS certification. MABPRO certification. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mission Community Hospital