Patient Sitter

The Patient Attendant functions under the direct supervision of the Department Manager. The Patient Attendant is responsible for performing a variety of tasks to ensure that the assigned patient(s) remains safe. This may include close, continuous observation to maintain patient safety, comfort, and a safe patient care environment. Basic patient care tasks may be delegated by the Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager and or Delegate. The Patient Attendant will document all patient observation and care activities. Also performs non-direct patient care duties as assigned.