Tenet Healthcare·Detroit, Michigan
The Patient Sitter observes and monitors assigned patients' behavior to provide safety interventions and basic self-care. They accompany patients during clinical studies and document pertinent data for nursing personnel.
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Under direct supervision, and according to established procedures, observes and monitors assigned patient(s) behavior. Provides safety interventions and basic self-care needs as needed while providing attention to specific patients behavioral needs. Accompanies patient(s) for clinical studies, documents pertinent data for observations and notifies appropriate nursing personnel when necessary.
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Completion of a formal CPR course desirable.
Facility Description DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan is one of the nation’s largest hospitals specializing in rehabilitation medicine and research.
RIM is known for its clinical expertise in spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, amputee, orthopedics and catastrophic injury care.
The Institute houses the Center for Spinal Cord Injury Recovery and the Southeastern Michigan Traumatic Brain Injury System (SEMTBIS), one of only 16 federally designated model systems of care for brain injury care and research.
RIM also operates 31 outpatient sites throughout southeast Michigan specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics.
EEO Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of a formal CPR course is desirable.
Market context
Patient sitter openings in Michigan are often driven by hospitals and care settings that need continuous observation support for patients at risk of falls, confusion, or self-harm. This role is competitive because employers look for dependable presence, strong communication, and the physical ability to stand, walk, and assist with repositioning; a high school diploma is expected, and CPR course completion can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and consider highlighting any patient support, safety, or bedside experience in your application.
