Safety Sitter

Safety Sitter

Performs direct observation of the patient to maintain safety. Utilizes specialized training, de-escalation techniques and other interventions as applicable to create a therapeutic and calming environment for patients. Communicates patient mental and/or physical status changes to the primary Registered Nurse and/or Nurse Leader. Assumes personal accountability for organizational mission and core values.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• BLS through the American Heart Association required
• De-escalation training preferred
• Six months previous CNA or EMT experience preferred
• Ability to learn new tasks, follow written and verbal instructions, make judgments, work well with a variety of people
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; well organized and able to multi-task
• Vision sufficient to read medical records, instruments, documentation, and visual changes in client condition
• Hearing sufficient to interact with client who may be unable to speak at normal voice level
• Sufficient mobility and dexterity to assist patients with call lights, side rails and to react appropriately to confused or agitated patients until assistance arrives

Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10lbs. constantly

Common Spirit Health