Patient Sitter- Full Time Days LGH - Centra Health : Job Details

The Patient Caregiver functions under the direction of a licensed professional nurse. The patient caregiver is responsible for assisting with patient care needs and also maintaining continuous observation of patients in order to keep the patient from harm. Assist patients with personal care (washing hands/face, oral care, bathing), including dressing, mobility, toileting, personal hygiene, eating under the discretion of the nurse Report to nursing staff care activities performed Maintain open communication between nursing staff regarding patient's medical and emotional condition Report any changes in patient's health status Ensure patient safety Accompanies patient for clinical tests and procedures when off the unit Actively participates in required staff meetings and in-services The patient sitter may assist assist patients with mobility on the unit, around the room and to and from the bathroom under the discretion of the nurse The patient sitter may assist the nurse or CNA in ambulat...Patient, Patient Care, Healthcare, Nurse, RN