Sitter Technician, Flex Team, Wolfson Children's Hospital

Job Summary

Participates in maintaining a safe, calm environment for their patient by providing continuous observation of patient safety and reporting any changes to the nurse. Provides line of sight or one to one close observation level of patient monitoring, direct patient care to include patient engagement, immediate intervention to ensure patient safety, de-escalation of patient agitation or aggressive behavior, patient escort or take-down, and patient restraint securement as needed. Part of the health care team who shares in the reorienting and diversional care of the patient by providing companionship such as engaging in conversation and/or reading to the patient. They will stay with their patient for the duration of their shift and accompany their patient off the unit for tests and procedures. Cert Note: Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) required to be obtained within 90 days from the date of hire.

Education Required

High School Diploma/GED

Education Preferred

High School Diploma/GED

Experience

None

License and Certification

• Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required

Location

Location Overview

Wolfson Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the region, serving North Florida, South Georgia and beyond. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S., the hospital is staffed by skilled pediatric subspecialty physicians, pediatric nurses and other health care professionals, and equipped with advanced technology to help children overcome serious illnesses like congenital heart disease, cancer, neurological disorders, diabetes and more. As one of only two children’s hospitals in Florida to receive Magnet™ status, Wolfson is a regional referral center for tertiary pediatric care. Centrally located on the beautiful St. Johns River, 213-bed Wolfson Children’s Hospital is a part of Baptist Health.  The hospital is located close to the shops and fine dining of the historic San Marco area and is also near sports stadiums, theater and music venues, and museums.