Patient Sitter (Per Diem)

About the role

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. It includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations and delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous observation of assigned patients unless relieved by a qualified person.
• Monitor and report any changes in the patient’s condition or behavior to the patient's nurse.
• Read to, play cards, or engage in games with patients to maintain a calming environment.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff.
• Notify nursing staff of patient needs and obtain assistance when necessary.
• Document the presence and utilization of a sitter during the shift.
• Adhere to infection control procedures to ensure a safe environment.
• Aid nursing staff during patient interactions if requested.
• Maintain constant attendance with the patient to ensure safety.
• Utilize therapeutic communication to engage with the patient and de-escalate potential issues.
• Respect patient privacy and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Report any environmental hazards or concerns to the nursing staff.
• Follow hospital policies and procedures related to patient safety and care.
• Support the patient’s well-being by providing reassurance and company.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trained in De-Escalation and MOAB training before sitting with a patient, this training and education is provided.
• Association accredited course in Basic Life Support (BLS) (for clinical staff), or Heartsaver CPR AED (for nonclinical staff), and renewal on a regular basis, with up to a three-month grace period after the expiration date.

Qualifications

• Strong observational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Basic understanding of infection control principles.

Skills

• Strong observational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Basic understanding of infection control principles.

Benefits

North Country Healthcare remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. This role emphasizes advancing High-Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and consistent high performance.

Pay

The pay for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is flexible and will be discussed during the interview process.