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Patient Sitter-Highlands Union

CompanyAppalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.
LocationPrestonsburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 3, 2026
About The Company
Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH), the Healthcare System of Appalachia, and ranked as one of the Top 10 Employers in Kentucky by Forbes Magazine, is a not-for-profit health system operating 13 hospitals in Barbourville, Hazard, Harlan, Hyden, Martin, McDowell, Middlesboro, Prestonsburg, South Williamson, West Liberty and Whitesburg in Kentucky; as well as Beckley and Hinton in West Virginia, as well as multi-specialty physician practices, home health agencies, home medical equipment stores and retail pharmacies. ARH employs more than 6,000 people with an annual payroll and benefits of $330 million generated into our local economies. ARH also has a network of more than 600 active and courtesy medical staff members. ARH is the largest provider of care and single largest employer in southeastern Kentucky and the third largest private employer in southern West Virginia, and is consistently recognized for its medical excellence.
About the Role

Overview

To provide the services of a sitter for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his or her safety. Performs a variety of routine duties to assist in the delivery of patient care.

Qualifications

CPR certification is preferred. Formal training or equivalent experience such as, nursing assistant, C.N.A., EMT preferred. The ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately. Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Knowledge of basic medical terminology and basic computer knowledge is preferred. Previous hospital or nursing home experience also preferred. Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.

Key Skills
CPR CertificationCommunicationDocumentationPatient CareMedical TerminologyComputer KnowledgeNursing AssistantC.N.A.EMTPatient LiftingEfficiencyEffectiveness
Categories
HealthcareCustomer Service & Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide constant observation for patients requiring safety monitoring. Assist in the delivery of patient care through various routine duties.
📋Job Type
other
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
1363
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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