Sitter

Department :

35823 AMC Manitowoc County - Med Surg : IU Surgical and Oncology

Status : Part time

Part time

Benefits Eligible : Hou rs Per Week :

Hou rs Per Week :

Flexible schedule!

Major Responsibilities :

• Observes patient in inpatient setting to ensure their comfort and safety.
• Communicates closely with the registered nurse to have a better understanding of the patient's needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory or language barriers, along with any other special considerations.
• Promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of the patient to the registered nurse.
• Ensures patient call light is in reach of patient at all times.
• Maintains a safe work environment; follows organization and department safety policies, including standard precautions.

Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :

None Required.

Education Required :

No Formal Education.

Experience Required :

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

• Excellent communication skills including the ability to effectively interact with all types of personalities.
• Willing to work in adverse conditions and the ability to convey a positive image.
• Must possess a strong commitment to service management / customer service.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, life, squat, bend, twist and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
• Must be able to :
• lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs over the head
• Must be able to :
• push / pull with 30 lbs of force
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.
• Must have functional vision and hearing.
• May potentially be exposed to the following hazards : mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids;

therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.

• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Last updated : 2024-05-01