Patient Sitter (Per Diem)
About the role
North Country Healthcare (NCH) is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities—Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center—located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivering integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a leader in a management position this role emphasizes advancing High-Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and consistent high performance.
The Patient Sitter is responsible for providing continuous observation and monitoring of patients who are at risk of self-harm, suicide, or harm to others. The role is crucial in maintaining patient safety and ensuring a safe environment by minimizing the need for restraints through vigilant supervision. This position plays a key role in enhancing patient care and ensuring safety through diligent observation and prompt reporting of patient conditions.
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