Patient Observer, Cardio/Pulmonary, Full-Time, Days

Summary

Sitter performs elementary patient attending work in the care and observation of patients. Employees in this classification provide basic hygienic, dietary and minimal nursing care duties not requiring the knowledge and skill of licensed nursing staff. This is Level 1 job in the nursing support career ladder.

Responsibilities

Helps patients with basic grooming and dressing needs. Attends to basic housekeeping duties which the patient cannot get to. Keeps the patient company, keeping an eye out for any changes in the patient's physical, emotional or mental condition. Communicates the status of the patient, including any changes, periodically, to a supervisor, case manger or nurse. Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Acc...