Job Description
Patient Sitter - Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
Requisition #: 76452
Status: Contingent
Business Unit: HF West Bloomfield
Shift: Rotating
Department: HFWB Nursing Administration
Weekends: Yes
Job Family: Nurses
Job Function: Nursing
Campus/Job Location Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
Location (State/City): US-MI-West Bloomfield
Overview
Our health system thrives on teamwork, and we know our employees achieve the greatest results when they are working together for a common goal - to provide care for our patients. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment then we have a job for you!
Henry Ford Health System is one of the country's largest health care systems and a national leader in clinical care, research and education. Our system includes the 1,200-member Henry Ford Medical Group, six hospitals, Health Alliance Plan, 32 primary care centers and many other health-related entities throughout Southeast Michigan. Founded in 1915 by auto pioneer Henry Ford, we continue to be committed to improving the health and well-being of a diverse Michigan community. In 2009 alone, Henry Ford Health System provided more than $173 million in uncompensated care. Henry Ford also is a major economic driver in Michigan and employs more than 23,000. Our health system is led by CEO Nancy Schlichting.
Responsibilities
The sitter will provide a safe environment for the patient under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Tasks include patient observation, assisting with feeding, bathing, toileting, ambulating, engaging in activities that the patient enjoys i.e. reading, playing cards, etc, and companionship. The sitter will maintain a commitment to the philosophy, mission, and values of the Henry Ford Health System (HFHS).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: G.E.D. or high school diploma. Successful completion of sitter orientation and checklist. Successful completion of BLS course during orientation.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in a patient care environment with possible exposure to communicable diseases.
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, weight/height, marital status, familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
