Patient Care Sitter

Nursing Administration - Oak Park

Registry/No BenefitsDays/EveningsRequirements

Provides direct visual surveillance for patients under the supervision of nursing staff. Provides continuous observation of adolescent, adult and elderly patients who may be unsafe to themselves or others. Notifies nursing staff to ensure optimal patient safety and patient comfort. Communicates frequently with patients, visitors, and co-workers. Uses judgement in order to maintain good will and promote cooperation with the patients or unit activities. Demonstrates the abilities to rotate through different units in the hospital and areas where assigned. Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance as appropriate. Rounds on patient hourly and answer call lights, focusing on customer service and patient requests to the appropriate parties (RN or PCT). Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.Knowledge High school diploma or equivalent is required Prior clinical experience in an acute care setting is preferred but not requiredSkills Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to mitigate difficult situations Excellent observational skillsAbilities Work conditions include constant visual observation of patient for an extended period of time where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents Work requires occasionally lifting or carrying objects 35-40 pounds Work requires ability to walk throughout the hospital and to be standing or sitting most of the designated shiftSchedule: variable days/hours between 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm; 8 hours shift; Weekend Frequency: every other weekend; variable hours per pay period (2020-1165)Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.