Patient Sitter (Prn)

Job Description

With the help of more than 600 employees, 150 credentialed physicians, and more than $12 million of recent capital upgrades and renovations, North Okaloosa Medical Center is a caring place where clinical expertise and advanced technology blend seamlessly with sincerity and compassion.

We pride ourselves on our unique dedication to patient experience. While offering the latest techniques using modern technology, we prioritize the human interaction that is crucial to providing quality care. Our goal is to anticipate the needs and exceed the expectations of our patients and their families.

It's also our goal to provide a workplace where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Position Purpose:

The Sitter assists with monitoring the patient and assuring patient safety needs are met.

Reports to the patient care nurse and charge nurse.

Responsible for ensuring safety of patient(s) that they are assigned to sit with and communicating needs with the assigned nurse while continually assuring the patient's dignity, privacy and rights with respect to the age of the patient.