Reporting to the Staffing Manager, Safety Sitters are responsible for constantly observing their assigned patient(s) and alerting qualified staff should the patients attempt an activity that would be of danger to themselves such as getting out of bed or their wheelchair without assistance, removing medical devices by themselves, etc.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

No work experience required.

When the patient is visiting alone with visitors, the safety aide will make beds, straighten patient rooms, refill water pitchers and do simple clerical tasks as assigned by the Unit Manager. 

Ensure patient safety by taking necessary steps to prevent a patient from falling or otherwise harming himself/herself. 

Responsible for alerting nursing staff should a patient attempt an activity that would be of danger to themselves such as getting out of bed or their wheelchair without assistance, removing medical devises by themselves, etc.

Required Skills Required Experience