Job Description
Patient Sitter Apply! Apply! Position Details
Department: PCH-MAIN | Staffing & Data Resource Ctr
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Days, 7am-7:30pm
Category: Patient Care Svcs(Tech & Asst)
Posting #: 975997
Employee Type: Part-Time
Position Summary
The Patient Sitter provides constant safety in the patient room at the bedside per policy and maintains constant visual observation of the patient. This position does not leave the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the RN.
Position Duties
• Obtains a verbal report from the patient’s nurse to include patient care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers and any special considerations.
• Positions self in patient room at bedside per policy to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Stays within arm’s reach as appropriate. Provides constant safety monitoring, may include while the patient is showering and toileting. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the RN.
• Maintains an accurate record of patient activity, behaviors, and interventions. Notifies the RN of significant changes.
• Ensures a safe environment, (removing clutter, maintaining ligature resistant standards).
• Engages as appropriate the patient in diversional activities.
• Demonstrates behavior management strategies for de-escalating agitated patients.
• Follows universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of patient observation and surveillance.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values
Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
Vision
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.
We realize this vision by:
• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
Values
• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
Apply for this position?
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Last Name *
Phone *
Email Address *
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Please upload a PDF or DOCX version of your resume. Resumes created in Mac Pages should be exported as PDF before uploading
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Are you a current or former employee? *
PCH Network ID:
PCH Password:
SSN:
DOB:
×
Desired pay?
How did you hear about this position? College/University Event Direct Mail Employee Referral Internal Transfer Job Board Job Fair Journal Newspaper Open House Professional Association Radio Retained to Agency PCH Website Social Media (FB, Twitter, LinkedIn) Other
Who referred you * Which department do they work in? Do you know their phone number/email?
Position Qualifications Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.
Education Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it
within the timeframe listed in the requirement?
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Required
Yes No
Additional Requirements Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it
within the timeframe listed in the requirement?
• Current Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card within 120 days of hire.
Required
Yes No
• Current Heart Savers CPR or obtain within 60 days of start date.
Required
Yes No
Certification / License / Registry Requirements For The Position
• Basic Life Support OR Heartsaver CPR - Required
• Fingerprint Clearance Card - Required
• Crisis Prevention Institute - Required
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
• Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Sitting - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply
I Agree
Department: PCH-MAIN | Staffing & Data Resource Ctr
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Days, 7am-7:30pm
Category: Patient Care Svcs(Tech & Asst)
Posting #: 975997
Employee Type: Part-Time
Position Summary
The Patient Sitter provides constant safety in the patient room at the bedside per policy and maintains constant visual observation of the patient. This position does not leave the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the RN.
Position Duties
• Obtains a verbal report from the patient’s nurse to include patient care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers and any special considerations.
• Positions self in patient room at bedside per policy to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Stays within arm’s reach as appropriate. Provides constant safety monitoring, may include while the patient is showering and toileting. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the RN.
• Maintains an accurate record of patient activity, behaviors, and interventions. Notifies the RN of significant changes.
• Ensures a safe environment, (removing clutter, maintaining ligature resistant standards).
• Engages as appropriate the patient in diversional activities.
• Demonstrates behavior management strategies for de-escalating agitated patients.
• Follows universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of patient observation and surveillance.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values
Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
Vision
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.
We realize this vision by:
• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
Values
• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
Apply for this position?
First Name *
Last Name *
Phone *
Email Address *
Good News! Your email account already has already been registered. Provide your password for quicker access.
Password *
You must login to continue!
Forgot your password? - You may click here to reset it.
Resume Upload *
Note, ONLY 1 attachment will be visible to system per applicant for all applications per active profile. When you upload your resume, our system will attempt to update your profile here, which may overwrite previously completed fields. The attached file is accepted as the resume. It is also allowable to combine both the resume (positioned first in the file) followed by a cover letter into the one file attachment.
Please upload a PDF or DOCX version of your resume. Resumes created in Mac Pages should be exported as PDF before uploading
or drag your file to this box
Are you a current or former employee? *
PCH Network ID:
PCH Password:
SSN:
DOB:
×
Desired pay?
How did you hear about this position? College/University Event Direct Mail Employee Referral Internal Transfer Job Board Job Fair Journal Newspaper Open House Professional Association Radio Retained to Agency PCH Website Social Media (FB, Twitter, LinkedIn) Other
Who referred you * Which department do they work in? Do you know their phone number/email?
Position Qualifications Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.
Education Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it
within the timeframe listed in the requirement?
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Required
Yes No
Additional Requirements Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it
within the timeframe listed in the requirement?
• Current Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card within 120 days of hire.
Required
Yes No
• Current Heart Savers CPR or obtain within 60 days of start date.
Required
Yes No
Certification / License / Registry Requirements For The Position
• Basic Life Support OR Heartsaver CPR - Required
• Fingerprint Clearance Card - Required
• Crisis Prevention Institute - Required
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
• Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Sitting - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply
I Agree
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Patient Sitter position is now open for candidates interested in the Remote Jobs sector. This role in Phoenix offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Remote Jobs is a plus.