Patient Sitter- Day Shift - LifePoint Health : Job Details

Monitors in a 1:1 or line of sight situation the safety and well being of both behavioral health patients and those with concern for patient safety (i.e. dementia patients at risk for fall or self harm). Under the general supervision of the Department Director and according to established policies and procedures, generally sits directly with patients with behavioral health needs and/or patient safety needs, such as dementia. One-on-one care needs will be completed by the primary nurse or support staff based on patient's identified safety needs by physician order, nurse order, and/or IVC status. Work is of a highly confidential nature.*Minimum Education*High school diploma or equivalent □ Preferred X RequiredDrag Edit Delete*Required Skills*- No minimum requirement for experience in healthcare or Emergency Services is required- Critical thinking- Work well under pressure while keeping calm and maintaining customer focus**Job:** **Other***Organization:** ****Title:** *Patient Sitter- Day Shift***Location:** *NC-Wilson***Requisition ID:** *7462-8940*