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ManpowerGroup Patient Sitter in Elkins, West Virginia
Attention Medical Professionals and/or individuals looking to get into the Medical Field! Manpower is NOW HIRING Medical Patient Sitters to join our growing agency team in Weston, WV with pay rates up to $15.35/hour (local rate)! Manpower has day and night shifts available.
What is a Patient Sitter?
Patient sitters are compassionate and attentive healthcare workers who watch over patients to ensure their safety. A Patient Sitter's job is to observe patients in a hospital or nursing home and help other members of the care team monitor patient conditions. Patient sitters usually work under the supervision of trained nurses. A patient sitter may be asked to help complete a variety of checklist tasks while observing patients. For example, they might need to record the patient's food and liquid intake, report any changes that occur to senior staff members, and accompany patients throughout the facility. Patient sitters need to be patient, empathetic, and have excellent interpersonal skills.
Patient Sitter Responsibilities:
Supervising & watching over patients without distraction.
Alerting nurses when patients need help or intervention.
Providing emotional support and companionship to patients.
Assisting patients with basic requests.
Refraining from performing medical procedures or any unauthorized actions.
Keeping patient information confidential.
Adhering to hospital policies and standards.
Other duties as assigned
Patient Sitter Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong listening and communication skills.
Strong observation ability.
Ability to handle emotionally distressing situations.
Professional appearance and excellent hygiene.
Ability to act calmly and swiftly under pressure.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
Why Manpower?
Premium Pay Rates
Flexible Schedules - Work + Life Balance
Free Online Education
Referral Bonuses
Full Benefits Eligible
Weekly Pay
Forbes 2020 Best Employers for Women
Voted #1 best places to work by Glassdoor 2021
For more information on regional career openings or to speak with a Manpower Healthcare Recruiter, please call 304.757.9589 (Mon -Fri, 8am - 6pm) or find us on Facebook @ManpowerHealthcareTristate
Who is Manpower?
Locally owned, but globally connected, Manpower is a full-service staffing and recruiting company. Manpower connects qualified candidates with regional employers throughout West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky and across the US. With multiple regional locations and nearly 50 years servicing the Tristate market, Manpower has your job search covered!
Manpower is an EOE/AA/Vets/Disabled Employer. Manpower recognizes the importance of providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. We are committed to creating a welcoming, fair and inclusive environment by offering equal opportunity to access our services. At Manpower, we are committed to providing accommodations, and will work with you to meet your needs.
Questions? Want to Speak with Manpower?
Phone: 304.757.9589 (Mon - Fri, 8am-6pm)
TextUs : 304.305.1345
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.