About this role
Summary
Job Description:
Sitter - Emergency Department
Shift Varies
The Sitter performs designated/delegated tasks in the provision of care for patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Duties include close watch assignments for high risk psychiatric, suicidal or potentially violent patients.
Requirements:
- A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required, or higher.
- Mandatory nonviolent crisis prevention training to be completed prior to end of orientation period and maintained annually.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous Nursing Assistant training or Emergency Medical Technician training is preferred.