PATIENT SITTER - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SAFETY ATTENDANT

Why Beebe?:

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:

• Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
• Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
• Paid Time Off
• Long Term Sick accrual
• Employer Contribution Plan
• Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
• Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
• College Bound 529 Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Beebe Pers via WorkAdvantage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Overview:

Join our compassionate care team as a Patient Sitter (Behavioral Health Patient Safety Attendant)—a vital role focused on ensuring patient safety and comfort. Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, you’ll provide attentive, one-on-one care by sitting with and diligently observing patients in accordance with established hospital procedures. The ideal candidate is accountable, dependable, and calm under pressure, able to remain focused and professional even in crisis situations. Your presence and vigilance help create a safe, healing environment for every patient.

Responsibilities:

• Continuously observes patients' behavior, mental status and activities, notifies RN of any changes or unusual occurrences.
• Consistently and independently maintains a safe, clean environment for patients.
• Consistently adheres to established BBMC Close Observation Patient and Suicidal Patient Protocols
• Consistently and independently documents patient observation data on the Close Observation Supervision Record.
• Reports maintenance needs.
• Utilizes universal precautions.
• Gives accurate report to oncoming shift.
• Provides patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions.
• Escorts patients when leaving the unit for activities and scheduled tests .
• Demonstrates the ability to set limits for patients and other de-escalation techniques.

Qualifications:

• Ability to remain attentive and alert for extended periods
• Strong observation and communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions and report patient behavior accurately
• Compassionate, patient-focused attitude
• Understanding of patient safety and infection control protocols
• Respectful of patient dignity and privacy
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working with patients with dementia, mental health issues, or those at risk for falls/self-harm

Competencies Skills:

• Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
• Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
• Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
• Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
• Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records

Credentials:

• BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required or must obtain GED within 6 months of hire date.

Entry: USD $16.50/Hr. Max: USD $25.58/Hr.