Patient Sitter
primehealthcare
Patient Sitter
primehealthcare· Aide
About this role
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Knapp Medical Center, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Knapp Medical Center is an award-winning, not-for-profit hospital in Weslaco, Texas. With 227 beds, the community hospital specializes in emergency care, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, wound care, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, critical care, and interventional radiology. Knapp serves as the only acute care hospital in the Mid-Valley area, as well as Weslaco's only Level III Trauma Center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and Level II Newborn Nursery. Knapp has been providing quality and compassionate healthcare to Mid-Valley residents for 60 years. More than 300 physicians serve on the hospital's medical staff. Knapp also serves as one of the largest employers in the Mid-Valley, employing more than 450 people. For more information, please call 956-968-8567 or visit www.KnappMed.org
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the patient Sitter maintains constant visual observation of assigned patient. Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Communicates observations of the patient’s activity and behavior on a regular basis to the assigned nurse. Communicates in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for patient, families/significant other and other health care members. Offers support to peers and staff.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. High School Diploma or equivalent. 2. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills. 3. Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing. 4. BLS (AHA) certification required at time of hire and remain current.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Patient Sitter position at primehealthcare?
The salary for this Patient Sitter role at primehealthcare is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Patient Sitter position at primehealthcare located?
This Patient Sitter role at primehealthcare is based in Weslaco, TX, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Patient Sitter role at primehealthcare full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a CONTRACTOR position. It is posted as a Patient Sitter role in the Aide department at primehealthcare.
Which team or department does the Patient Sitter at primehealthcare belong to?
This Patient Sitter position is part of the Aide department at primehealthcare. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Patient Sitter position at primehealthcare?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to primehealthcare's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Patient Sitter job at primehealthcare posted?
This Patient Sitter position at primehealthcare was posted on Aug 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Patient Sitter
primehealthcare
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