Patient Sitter Job at Heritage Valley Health System, Beaver, PA

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  • Heritage Valley Health System
  • Beaver, PA

Job Description

Patient Sitter

Job Category: Nursing Support Requisition Number: PATIE009366

Posted: March 27, 2025

Full-Time

On-site

Heritage Valley Beaver Beaver, PA 15009, USA

Job Details

Department: Nursing Administration Work Hours: One 12 hr shift and one 8 hr shift per week, rotate primarily days and evenings, weekends and holidays required.

Basic Function: Dedicated to providing compassionate, continuous observation for patients at risk of harming themselves or others, ensuring their safety and well-being. This non-clinical role focuses on creating a secure and supportive environment by preventing falls, managing impulsive behaviors, and de-escalating distress. With a caring presence, the sitter offers gentle assistance with mobility, toileting, repositioning, and eating or drinking. Through meaningful conversation and engaging activities, they foster comfort, reassurance, and a positive connection with patients.

Qualifications:

Required: Must be 18 years of age. Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must be able to communicate effectively and appropriately. Ability to maintain focus and provide continuous observation for extended periods.

Preferred: Previous experience as a sitter for patients in an acute care or residential setting; non-violent crisis intervention experience

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Heritage Valley Health System

Job Tags

Full time, Shift work, Rotating shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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