Patient Sitter (Per Diem) in Kirkland, Washington at EvergreenHealth

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Job Summary
Provides assistance to the department clinical staff by monitoring and providing documentation of patients requiring direct visual observation.

Primary Duties

1.Provides observation and documentation for patients requiring direct and indirect visual observation related to medical and/or behavioral conditions.

2.Redirects patient behavior as needed to promote patient safety.

3.Engages patient in diversion activities as needed.

4.Provides assistance to the unit assigned at the direction of clinical staff.

5.Assists with stocking of department

6.Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREDfor the position:

High School graduate or equivalent

Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire

DESIREDfor the position:

6 months recent experience in a health care setting

Customer service experience

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Behavioral health experience