Patient Care Attendant - Tullahoma Sitters (prn)

VUMC (Vanderbilt University Medical Center)

Nashville, Tennessee, US
Direct patient observation skills
Assistance with activities of daily living
Knowledge of infection prevention protocols
The primary responsibility is to provide patient observation for patients at an increased risk for injury due to physical or cognitive conditions

Job Summary

  • The primary responsibility is to provide patient observation for patients at an increased risk for injury due to physical or cognitive conditions.
  • Employees are expected to maintain direct contact with patients in areas where other staff are not in constant attendance, such as Radiology.
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and their uniqueness is celebrated.

Matching Summary

The primary responsibility is to provide patient observation for patients at an increased risk for injury due to physical or cognitive conditions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient observation skills
  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Knowledge of infection prevention protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate service delivery
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Adaptability to changing patient needs

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Less than 1 year of relevant experience
  • Supervision by Registered Nurse

Work Rights

Not specified

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