Patient Sitter | PRN | Nights

About the role

The Patient Safety Attendant is responsible for providing continuous observation and maintaining a safe environment for assigned patients under the direction of a registered nurse (RN). This role plays a critical part in ensuring patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining patient privacy and dignity, and promptly reporting any changes in patient behavior or condition. The attendant communicates effectively with the RN and other healthcare team members to support high‑quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor assigned patients to ensure safety, following hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintain continuous visual observation of the patient and remain with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Comply with patient confidentiality standards and adhere to hospital policies regarding privacy and security.
• Follow infection control precautions, including proper hand hygiene and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), in compliance with facility guidelines.
• Ensure the patient environment remains clean and safe, handling bio‑hazardous waste and chemicals according to facility policies.
• Protect patient privacy, dignity, and respect during all interactions and care activities.
• Assist with non‑clinical tasks such as repositioning, reorienting, and engaging patients in appropriate activities to reduce anxiety and restlessness.
• Report safety hazards, unusual behaviors, or changes in patient condition to the RN or appropriate personnel immediately.
• Follow facility safety policies, procedures, and service excellence standards.
• Complete delegated duties accurately and in a timely manner as directed by the RN.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of experience as a patient sitter or similar role in a healthcare setting (required).
• Ability to maintain continuous patient observation and respond to safety concerns appropriately.
• Strong verbal communication skills to interact with patients, nurses, and the healthcare team.
• Knowledge of hospital safety protocols, infection control, and patient confidentiality regulations (HIPAA).
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high‑stress or emergency situations.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize changes in patient behavior or condition.
• Professionalism and compassion in all patient interactions.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS – Basic Life Support (must be completed within 14 days of hire, required).