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Job Summary
The Patient Sitter is responsible for continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients through a non-recording video monitoring system
Reports to :
Job Specific Responsibilities
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to :
Observe potentially life threatening risk behaviors exhibited by suicidal patients; Verbally redirect patient
behaviors while notifying nursing staff for assistance
Monitor patient environment for potential safety hazards, including but not limited to sharp objects and items that
could potentially be used for harm
Participate in hand-off information and patient behavior issues to the next shift. Provide proper notification and
hand off of information when patient is cleared from suicidal watch
All other related assigned duties
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations
N / A
Skills and Abilities
- Basic computer skills; Basic Microsoft Office skills necessary
- Able to multi-task and prioritize to meet competing deadlines
- Ability to extend and maintain discretion and confidentiality when working with patients
Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
This role will interact closely with nursing unit, medical staff, patients, and other hospital departments
Physical Capabilities
Work is demanding and requires ability to monitor up to 12 patients on one screen at a time. Talking and
hearing is essential for communicating with patients and nursing staff.
Environmental / Working Conditions
This position is subject to varying indoor temperature changes. Work done intraoperative is performed in a high- risk area
for exposure to blood borne pathogens and other bio-waste hazards.
UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of 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.
- Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources. *
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