Provide continuous monitoring and direct care for patients at risk of injury, falls, or self-harm in an acute care setting. Assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and document all patient observations in the electronic health record system.
Requirements summary
Requires a current Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Illinois and a current BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Previous experience in a hospital or acute care setting and basic computer skills are preferred.
professional certificateInterpersonal CommunicationElectronic Health RecordsCrisis InterventionInfection ControlBasic Life SupportVital Signs MonitoringActivities Of Daily Living AssistanceSpecimen CollectionPatient ObservationPatient MobilityMedical Equipment HandlingPatient Safety Protocols
Job description
Overview
The Patient Care Sitter/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a dual role in providing direct observation and hands-on care to patients in an acute care setting.
The sitter/CNA ensures patient safety through continuous observation while also assisting with basic patient care tasks.
Working under the supervision of nursing staff, the sitter/CNA helps maintain a safe and supportive environment for patients, particularly those at risk for falls, elopement, or self-harm.
Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
Essential Duties Provide continuous, monitoring of patients at risk for injury or harm, ensuring their safety at all times.
Communication
Notify nursing staff immediately if there are changes in the patient's condition or behaviors.
Patient
Care
Assistance: Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting. Answer call lights promptly, and relay patient concerns to the nursing team.
Vital
Signs
Monitoring: Accurately measure and record patients' vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, weights, and blood sugars as needed.
Patient
Mobility: Assist patients with mobility, including turning, repositioning, transferring, and ambulation, using proper body mechanics and safety techniques/equipment
Patient
Safety: Monitor and report any changes in patients conditions to the nursing staff. Ensure the safety and comfort of patients by following established protocols. Utilize restraints and assistive devices appropriately. Assist with emergency codes as needed.
Documentation
Document patient care activities and observations in the electronic health record (EHR) system in a timely and accurate manner.
Specimen
Collection: Collect specimens such as urine and stool for laboratory testing as directed by nursing staff.
Infection
Control: Adhere to infection control procedures, including hand hygiene, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and environmental cleaning.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Educational Assistance Program
Retirement Plans With Employer Match
Equipment
Handling: Assist with the setup, operation, and cleaning of medical equipment as directed by the nursing staff.
Patient
Experience: Engage with patients and their families in a manner that promotes comfort, trust, and understanding. Address patient concerns with empathy and professionalism, striving to create a positive and supportive environment that fosters a sense of security and well-being.
Employee
Experience: Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment. Offer constructive feedback and assistance to peers, and engage in open communication to promote a culture of mutual respect and teamwork. Team member will maintain annual education requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g. DNV CARF and or others). Nonessential Job Duties Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly patient room, including tidying up and removing clutter. Help with transporting patients between departments or to diagnostic tests, as directed by nursing staff. Support other unit tasks such as stocking supplies and setting up patient care equipment as needed. Participate in hospital training programs and continuing education to enhance patient care skills.
Responsibilities
Preferred Experience Previous experience in a hospital or acute care setting is preferred but not required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with the healthcare team.
Previous experience in a hospital or acute care setting is preferred but not required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with the healthcare team.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer skills for documentation in electronic health records preferred.
Required Licensure/Education Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of Illinois is required Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.
Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You: Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
Our Total Rewards package includes: Compensation Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits
.5 to 1.0 FTE Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program
Benefits
.001 to .49 FTE: Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work Employee Health Requirements Exposure/Sensory Requirements: Exposure: Chemicals: Refer to MSDS sheets Video Display Terminals: Average Blood and Body Fluids: Depends on patients diagnosis, exposure to urine, blood, stool, vomitus, AIDS, Herpes. TB or Airborne Pathogens: High risk-sputum, secretions, coughing. Usage of PP equipment, properly fit tested mask, and universal precautions minimize risk. Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch): Speech: Required to communicate with patient/families/staff/doctors, coworkers, ancillary personnel and other department heads. Ability to ask for help.
Vision
Required to observe patients; reading equipment and dials.
Smell
Helpful to note presence of incontinence, vomitus, blood; electrical/fire safety.
Hearing
Necessary to hear alarms, yells for help and to hear patient verbalizations.
Touch
Contact with patients, need to distinguish between hot and cold.
Activity/Lifting
Requirements:
Average
Hours per
Week: 40
Shift: Variable for 24-hour coverage Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 10%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 45%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 25%
Kneel: 0%
Lift: 6%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 2%
Climb: 1%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 1% The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 20 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 35 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 60 lbs:
Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs:
Not
Required
Up to 100 lbs:
Not
Required
Over 100lbs:
Not
Required
Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements: Lifting of patients off their beds that are unable to move independently is done with assistive lifting equipment. Horizontal movement of patients to and from carts/beds who are unable to move independently is done with assistive lifting equipment. Lifting equipment - carry 25'- 150' waist high (IV bags, patient trays). Carry charts 25'- 150' waist high. Filled laundry bags are filled half full so as not to weigh over 35 lbs. Carry fire extinguishers down 1/2 flight of stairs or up 3-4 flights of stairs and several yards in an emergency. Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 30
Twist: 15
Stand: 60
Crawl: 0
Walk: 15
Kneel: 0
Lift: 5
Drive: 0
Squat: 5
Climb: 1
Bend: 15
Reach above shoulders: 5
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated): Simple grasp 15 lbs.
Pushing & pulling - 50-200 lbs:
Occasionally
Fine
Manipulation: taking temperature with probe. Opening juice and milk containers. Opening silverware, soap packages. Handling CS tags. Using writing instruments.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Bed lock and cardiac chair - at least 50# of pressure. Hydraulic tub lift
at least 50# of pressure.
Environmental
Factors and
Special
Hazards:
Environmental
Factors (Time
Spent):
Inside hours: 6-40
Outside hours: 0
Temperature:
Normal
Range
Lighting:
Average
Noise levels:
Average
Humidity:
Normal
Range
Atmosphere:
Odors
Special
Hazards: Radiation, Chemical. Explosive-Chemical
drugs. Explosive-oxygen; Radiation-cesium implants and radioactive iodine therapy direct radiation for radiology equipment.
Protective
Clothing
Required: Gowns, gloves, goggles, masks, HEPA masks for TB.
