Corewell Health
Patient Sitter
Corewell Health - Trenton, Michigan, United States, 48183
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Patient Sitter
The Constant Observation Unit provides support to the In-patient and Emergency Center by allocating staff that will supervise and monitor patients requiring continuous or one to one monitoring because of high risk of self-harm, aggression or other safety concerns to ensure patient safety and well-being. This Magnet-designated facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for its patients and is one of four recipients of the Truven Health Advantage Award in the category of Health and Clinical Outcomes. It is home to nine university affiliated residency programs. Here, you will find a Level II trauma center that is a nationally recognized heart, vascular and pulmonary specialties along with other specialties like orthopedics, neurosurgery, and women's health. The Patient Sitter, under the supervision of an RN, provides close observation of patients and assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Assists with activities of daily living, unless the patient needs are beyond the Patient Sitter scope. The RN delegates to the Patient Observation Aide the patient's identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special consideration (NPO, bed alarms, etc.). Maintains constant observation of the patient's activity and behavior and communicates regularly to the nurse. Range of pay between $15.76 and $18.98, based on experience. Required High School Diploma or equivalent Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv. Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance. Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings. Site: Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton Department Name: Constant Observation - Trenton Employment Type: Part time Shift: Night Weekly Scheduled Hours: 20 Hours of Work: 11:00 pm to 7:30 am Days Worked: Variable Weekend Frequency: Every other weekend
The Constant Observation Unit provides support to the In-patient and Emergency Center by allocating staff that will supervise and monitor patients requiring continuous or one to one monitoring because of high risk of self-harm, aggression or other safety concerns to ensure patient safety and well-being. This Magnet-designated facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for its patients and is one of four recipients of the Truven Health Advantage Award in the category of Health and Clinical Outcomes. It is home to nine university affiliated residency programs. Here, you will find a Level II trauma center that is a nationally recognized heart, vascular and pulmonary specialties along with other specialties like orthopedics, neurosurgery, and women's health. The Patient Sitter, under the supervision of an RN, provides close observation of patients and assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Assists with activities of daily living, unless the patient needs are beyond the Patient Sitter scope. The RN delegates to the Patient Observation Aide the patient's identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special consideration (NPO, bed alarms, etc.). Maintains constant observation of the patient's activity and behavior and communicates regularly to the nurse. Range of pay between $15.76 and $18.98, based on experience. Required High School Diploma or equivalent Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv. Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance. Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings. Site: Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton Department Name: Constant Observation - Trenton Employment Type: Part time Shift: Night Weekly Scheduled Hours: 20 Hours of Work: 11:00 pm to 7:30 am Days Worked: Variable Weekend Frequency: Every other weekend