UNC Health
Smithfield, NC, USA
Job Description
Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Working under the supervision of a RN, the patient sitter maintains constant direct observation and visualization of identified patient(s) to include patient observation, patient safety, patient privacy, communication, conduct, and ensuring comfort and safety of patients at all times. Responsibilities: 1. Patient observation: keep patient(s) in view at all times; never leaves patient unattended; documents observations appropriately. 2. Patient Safety: Maintains sight of patient at all times. Removes sharp/dangerous items out of room; screens all items brought in for patients by visitors and contact charge nurse with any concerns; knows patients ordered activity level 3. Patient Privacy: maintains confidentiality of all patient...