Patient Attendant

• Location: Chicago, IL

• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph 

• Department: Behavioral Health Sitter

• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time | 7:00 am - 7:30 pm

• Remains at bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Assists in calming and/or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Removes visible hazards and/or broken equipment from immediate environment and reports as appropriate.
• Records all observations.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • None Required.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention credentialed from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI).

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• Previous hospital experience HIGHLY preferred