Patient Sitter
Company: UMC Health System
Location: Lubbock
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
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Patient sitter position 7p-7a to sit with suicidal ideation
patients
General Job / Performance Information
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED with general knowledge of the hospital
setting. Medical background or previous experience in a hospital
environment is preferred. Previous clinical experience, direct
patient care, or certification preferred but not required.
Environmental / Working Conditions
Work is inside, in well lighted conditions, protected from weather,
but not necessarily from temperature changes. Hours of duty may be
irregular when assistance in covering various shifts is necessary.
Exposure to blood born pathogens is of medium risk.
Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
This position requires close interaction with the medical staff,
nursing staff, and ancillary departments in order to facilitate a
quality multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
Job Description
Responsible for continuous observation and surveillance of assigned
patients through a non-recording video monitoring system. Verbally
redirects patients who exhibit risk behaviors, and summons nursing
staff if the patient requires assistance. Must protect patient and
institutional confidentiality at all times, and must follow all
related hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations
None specific. Must complete general hospital orientation and
AvaSure TeleSitter training.
Physical Capabilities
Work is mostly sedentary; visual acuity required to monitor up to
12 patients on one screen at one time. Must be able to remain alert
at all times while on duty. Talking and hearing are essential for
communicating with patients and nursing staff. Must be able to
verbally communicate using a microphone and headset.
Skills and Abilities
Basic computer skills and basic Microsoft Window skills are
necessary. Must be efficient at multitasking and must be able to
demonstrate the ability to prioritize simultaneous situations. Must
demonstrate discretion, courtesy, and respect when working with
patients, visitors, and staff.
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.
Keywords: UMC Health System, Lubbock , Patient Sitter, Other , Lubbock, Texas
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