Sitter – Non Nursing Position Available In Rockingham, North Carolina

Sitter – Non Nursing Cone Health United States, North Carolina, Reidsville 618 South Main Street (Show on map) Jun 17, 2025 The Observation Non-Nursing Sitter promotes a safe environment for patients that are deemed at risk for suicide or require supervision for safety reasons. This role utilizes Relationship Based Care to advocate for safety, patient preferences and optimal communication by partnering with patients/families and colleagues, including all internal and external customers.

Talent Pool:

Allied Health Keeps the patient within direct sight of the observer including bathroom and off department activities. Documents hourly and as needed on the Observer/Sitter Documentation Log.
Reports patient status changes, patient/family concerns or unsafe conditions to the RN. Relays information/messages to appropriate person (s) in a timely manner.
Provides input for the patient’s plan of care.
Provides individualized attention to the patient to promote a safe environment.
Directs questions and problems to appropriate person, recognizing the need to seek assistance when necessary.
Provides emotional support to patients and significant others as needed.
Performs environmental searches at any opportunity whereby contraband can be introduced into the patient’s room, for example: after visitors or time outside patient room and document on the Suicide Precautions Documentation Form.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Required:

High School diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

Preferred:

6 months of experience working with at risk patients

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING

Required:

BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider Equal Opportunity Employer At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual’s qualifications, skills and performance. We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.