Patient Sitter - Float Pool | Part-Time, P-Shift
- LocationPhelps Health Hospital
- Work typeOn-site
- EmploymentPart-time
- Posted21 October 2026
- SourcePhelps's careers page (Workday)
Live checkFirst seen 19 days ago; still listed on Phelps's careers page 2 h ago.
Moves fastWhen Phelps takes a role down early, it is usually about 6 days after posting. Apply soon.
At a glance
- EducationHigh school diploma (preferred)
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About the role
Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.
No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.
General Summary
- Under the general supervision of a licensed nurse (RN, LPN, shift manager), the Sitter provides observation and minimal ADL assistance with a constant focus on safety in the medical and suicidal patient population.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, notification of the licensed nurse when patient behavior/activities change to insure patient safety.
- Works collaboratively with nursing staff to care for the basic needs of each patient and quickly respond to patient requests to insure patient safety and enhance the patient’s experience.
- Provide constant observation to those requiring a 1:1 sitter, working with the patient care team to ensure seamless safety coverage.
- Documents accurately and efficiently all patient behaviors and activities at the time intervals set by policy related to the type of sitter service being provided.
- Communicates to appropriate team member’s pertinent patient information in order to improve patient outcomes and maintain patient safety.
- Adapts to change in a positive and professional manner in an attempt to support the hospital mission, vision, and values. Follows all hospital policies in regards to appearance, behavior, and attendance.
- Able to maintain calm demeanor and provide care with dignity and respect during stressful encounters.
- Maintains confidentiality of the patient’s plan of care speaking only of the ordered observation to the care team.
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
Work Experience
- One year experience in healthcare setting preferred.
Certification/License
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support required.
Mental/Physical Requirements
- Mental concentration required. Requires excellent communication skills. Standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
Working Conditions
- Frequent exposure to infectious disease and hostile persons at times. Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and other body fluids. Minimal physical discomfort. Frequent exposure to restless and/or agitated individuals.
At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.
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