- 8:00 am - 8:00 pm - Mon - Sun
- 978-606-5136
- 10 George St, Suite 200, Lowell, MA 01852
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Our hospital sitters are professionally trained to provide special care to patients in acute hospital settings, for patients who are deemed to be at risk from ‘significant cognitive impairment, challenging behavior, risk of falls [or] a risk of self-harm and risk to others Patient sitters observe and monitor the health condition of patients under the supervision of trained nurses in hospitals or nursing homes. This job involves a range of tasks, including recording the patient’s food and liquid intake, reporting changes to senior staff, helping patients with walking and moving in and out of bed, and assisting them with eating or dressing. Patient sitters usually work full time, although shift work is common due to nursing homes and hospitals providing care at all times, so there may be a need to work nights, weekends, and holidays. This job is well-suited to people who are compassionate and empathetic, enjoy helping others, and have excellent interpersonal skills.
Notify the RN if the patient requires assistance or other nursing interventions. Other benefits include; Dispense medications, clean, dress, prepare meals and run errands when need. Answer phone lines and direct calls to the correct department, send patient request to nurse or CNA in charge. Help out with regular ADL’s as well such as bathing, ambulating, eating, dressing, and exercise. Assist with ADL’s; bathing needs, food prep, exercise, drive and assist with appointments, light housekeeping Care for, watch and assist patients on suicide watch, dementia needs, and self-harm patients one on one. Provide hospice care for severely challenge young adults and elderly individuals. Provide constant supervision and companionship for elopement risk and suicide precaution patients. Maintain weekly and monthly informational database of in-home visits, and client communications, through an individual personalize program. Transfer clients who cannot assist themselves from bed to wheelchair/chair using a Hoyer lift.
Being admitted to a medical ward can be a disorientating and distressing experience for some older adults, particularly for those who experience
memory problems. Patients who present with confusion can sometimes behave in ways that places themselves or others at risk.
These vulnerable patients often have physical health needs and frailty. 1:1
nursing or ‘specialling’ of these patients can be a useful intervention to manage risk and reduce distress.
1:1 nursing is used to reduce the risk and incidence of harm to the patient. It means keeping the patient within sight at all times of day and night. As well as being a monitoring activity which can be intrusive and restrictive, Hospital sitters is also meant to be a therapeutic intervention. It provides a great opportunity to carry out patient-centered care.
Patient sitters are physically fit and have strong interpersonal skills. They must maintain a compassionate attitude when dealing with people who are suffering with illnesses and injuries.
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