Staff Nurse, Family Health Services - Pediatric ICU
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PART TIME
Patient Sitter, Patient Care Services - Float Pool
uhnjcareers· Nursing
About this role
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Staff Nurse, the Patient Sitter will be assigned to a specific patient and will remain in constant attendance with the patient to assist in maintaining the patient’s safety. The Patient Sitter must provide continuous observation of the patient until relieved by a qualified individual, and will report any observed changes in the patient’s condition/behavior to the patient’s nurse.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred. BLS certification from American Heart Association. Successful completion of University Hospital’s Handle with Care and Sitter Training Courses which are part of orientation and must be completed prior to performing the actual Patient Sitter role. Follows prescribed safety rules and regulations. Able to fulfill the physical demand requirements of the job as stated. FIT Testing required. Must attend Handle with Care Training annually and participate in bi-annual drills.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Staff Nurse, the Patient Sitter will be assigned to a specific patient and will remain in constant attendance with the patient to assist in maintaining the patient’s safety. The Patient Sitter must provide continuous observation of the patient until relieved by a qualified individual, and will report any observed changes in the patient’s condition/behavior to the patient’s nurse.
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This Patient Sitter, Patient Care Services - Float Pool role at uhnjcareers is based in Newark, NJ, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Patient Sitter, Patient Care Services - Float Pool role at uhnjcareers full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a PART TIME position. It is posted as a Patient Sitter, Patient Care Services - Float Pool role in the Nursing department at uhnjcareers.
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This Patient Sitter, Patient Care Services - Float Pool position is part of the Nursing department at uhnjcareers. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Patient Sitter, Patient Care Services - Float Pool job at uhnjcareers posted?
This Patient Sitter, Patient Care Services - Float Pool position at uhnjcareers was posted on Jun 11, 2024. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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