Focused Observer (Sitter) at CaroMont Health – Gastonia, North Carolina

Job Summary: The Focused Observer provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients identified as safety risks. The Focused Observer assists the patient in being safe through constant monitoring, either remotely via camera or remaining with the patient at all times. The Focused Observer is expected to redirect the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors, physically intervene to prevent self-harm, and to alert the nursing staff as patient care needs arise.

Qualifications: Completion of 12th grade (high school) or equivalent. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other employees as well as the ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes. Must be capable of continuous monitoring of up to 12 patients via telesitting at one time and remaining alert at all times while on duty.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability