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Patient Observation Attendant Requisition ID 2025-47548 Category Clinical Care-Nursing Support Location : Name Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center Location : City Santa Fe Location : State/Province NM Minimum Offer USD $15.00/Hr. Maximum Offer for this position is up to USD $19.47/Hr. Overview Presbyterian is seeking a Safety Companion - Your Presence Makes the Difference! Are you a pro at keeping watch, lending a steady hand, and bringing a little joy to those who need it most? As a Safety Companion, you'll be the comforting presence that ensures patients feel safe, secure, and supported during their hospital stay. Your mission: Be the guardian of well-being-alert, engaged, and ready to assist when needed. Help patients move safely, whether it's a trip to the bathroom or a walk around the unit. Provide companionship-whether chatting, reading, or sharing a smile, you bring warmth to their day. Keep things professional with accurate documentation and collaboration with the nursing team. Stay dedicated-never leaving their side except on scheduled breaks. If you have a heart for helping, an eye for detail, and a knack for keeping patients engaged, this role is for you Type of Opportunity: Per Diem Work Schedule: 8-12 Hour Days We're all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.) Qualifications High School/GED Less than 1 year experience in Patient Observation Attendant (formerly known as sitter ) services or equivalent. BLS required Preferred: 1+ years experience in direct patient care. Certified Nursing Assistant , Nurse Tech , or other clinical support staff related to inpatient hospital setting preferred. Responsibilities Ensure patient safety and security by staying alert and notifying nursing staff of concerns. Assist patients with movement and daily activities as appropriate. Engage patients in activities and provide companionship. Deliver competent physical and therapeutic care aligned with the role. Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record. Provide continuous attendance, coordinating breaks with the RN. Follow all Safety Companion policies and confidentiality guidelines. Benefits We're all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more about our employee benefits. About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses. Maximum Offer for this position is up to USD $19.47/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started. Presbyterian Healthcare Services

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