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Patient Sitter Per Diem Pool
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | washington, District of Columbia |
About this job
The George Washington University Hospital is looking for exceptional people who share our vision and values. People who know that working in healthcare is more than a job...it's a calling Healthcare professionals have a unique opportunity to affect lives for the better every day. Just minutes from Washington, D.C.'s tourist sites and government headquarters, The George Washington University Hospital serves a diverse group of patients mdash from area residents to visiting dignitaries and heads of state. A subsidiary of Universal Health Services Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company that is one of the nation's largest healthcare management companies.
The Patient Sitter is a caregiver trained in the area of sitter services, for both psychiatric patients requiring 1:1 observation as well as observing patients who are at risk for falls and other harm to themselves. This position works under close supervison of the registered nurse.
Follow the plan of care for the patient
Observe and report changes in patient condition
Assist with meal preparation and with eating
Provide watchful supervision and oversight
Assist patient to bathroom/commode or with ambulation on unit as directed by nurse assigned to patient
Document patient behaviors as indicated on the observation flowsheet
Certifications - Current certification of Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals
High School diploma or equivalency
Successful completion of training or demonstrate understanding and practical competency in the following areas: Understanding the needs of the elderly, handicapped or convalescing individuals Transportation and escort services Alerting staff for medical emergencies Infection control
Health care experience preferred
Must possess patience and tact in working with the elderly or patients at risk for falls or other harm.
Able to speak and write English fluently
Demonstrated communication, organization and critical thinking skills
Knowledge of basic patient-care activities preferred
160971
The Patient Sitter is a caregiver trained in the area of sitter services, for both psychiatric patients requiring 1:1 observation as well as observing patients who are at risk for falls and other harm to themselves. This position works under close supervison of the registered nurse.
Follow the plan of care for the patient
Observe and report changes in patient condition
Assist with meal preparation and with eating
Provide watchful supervision and oversight
Assist patient to bathroom/commode or with ambulation on unit as directed by nurse assigned to patient
Document patient behaviors as indicated on the observation flowsheet
Certifications - Current certification of Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals
High School diploma or equivalency
Successful completion of training or demonstrate understanding and practical competency in the following areas: Understanding the needs of the elderly, handicapped or convalescing individuals Transportation and escort services Alerting staff for medical emergencies Infection control
Health care experience preferred
Must possess patience and tact in working with the elderly or patients at risk for falls or other harm.
Able to speak and write English fluently
Demonstrated communication, organization and critical thinking skills
Knowledge of basic patient-care activities preferred
160971
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