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All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

-        Benefits from Day One

-        Paid Days Off from Day One

-        Career Development

-        Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

-        Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Location: 2500 Harbor Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL  33952

 

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Port Charlotte

·       AdventHealth Port Charlotte, we care for the whole you in body, mind and spirit.

·       We’re honored to bring our leading-edge care and state-of-the-art technology to Florida’s Suncoast.

·       Our 254-bed full-service facility offers emergency care, a primary stroke center, orthopedics and the only licensed obstetric and pediatric units in Charlotte County.

The role you’ll contribute:

The Patient Sitter participates in high-quality, patient-centered care by providing continuous observation and monitoring for high-risk patients.  In collaboration with the patient care team, the PS ensures the patient environment is free of obstacles and minimizes risk of falls and accidental or intentional self-harm.  The PS may also assist with basic activities of daily living.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

·       Maintains a direct line of sight with patient at all times, including while family and/or visitors are in the room.

·       Accompanies patient and ensures patient safety during transportation, testing, and procedures occurring away from the patient’s normal environment.

·       Establishes a safe, risk-free patient environment by utilizing knowledge of fall prevention protocols,infection control measures, and self-harm prevention. Performs room assessment regularly and after any visitations.

·       Monitors patient physical and emotional condition. Reports any changes in status promptly while remaining direct line of sight with the patient.

·       Intervenes as needed to prevent patient from harming self or others. Seeks immediate assistance for escalating incidents.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• Minimum qualifications:

o   High School Graduate or GED equivalent

o   BLS obtained within 90 days of employment

o   1 years of clinical experience, with physician office or other healthcare related environment

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

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