Patient Care Attendant - Tullahoma Sitters (prn)

VUMC (Vanderbilt University Medical Center)

Tullahoma, TN, United States
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Patient observation
Patient safety
Direct contact with patient
** Vanderbilt University Medical Center is hiring a Patient Care Attendant for their Tullahoma location, focusing on patient safety and support under the supervision of nursing staff. The role involves direct observation of patients, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a safe environment for those at risk of injury. **

Job Summary

  • The Patient Sitter performs under the supervision of the Registered Nurse on an assigned unit, Charge Nurse, Nurse Director and/or In-house Supervisor.
  • Primary responsibility is to provide patient observation for patients at an increased risk for injury due to physical or cognitive conditions.
  • Maintains patient safety by accompanying the patient off the unit and maintaining direct contact with the patient in areas where other staff are not in constant attendance (i.e. Radiology).

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Vanderbilt University Medical Center is hiring a Patient Care Attendant for their Tullahoma location, focusing on patient safety and support under the supervision of nursing staff. The role involves direct observation of patients, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a safe environment for those at risk of injury. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patient observation
  • Patient safety
  • Direct contact with patient
  • Assist with ADLs
  • PPE knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate service
  • Team collaboration
  • Continuous skill improvement
  • Open communication

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Less than 1 year experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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