Posted 5 days ago
Sitter
@ Centralus Health
St. Joseph's, Newfoundland and Labrador
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Overview
Centralus Health, through Arnot Health at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, is hiring a full-time sitter for the LTC/SNF department on a Monday to Sunday rotation. The sitter provides continuous observation of patients to keep them safe, under an RN's direction, and feeds patients when delegated. Pay is $17.10 to $21.69 per hour, and BLS CPR is required within 90 days of hire.
Responsibilities:
- Continuous observation of patients needing safety supervision
- Remain in room with unobstructed view of patient
- Alert RN to self-harm or harm-to-others statements or elopement intent
- Preserve patient dignity and privacy
- Feed patients when assessed and delegated by RN
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or equivalent experience
- BLS CPR within 90 days of hire
- Good physical and mental health for long periods of standing and walking
- Frequently lift 10 lbs, occasionally 20 lbs
- Manual dexterity for feeding patients
- Visual and aural acuity for observation
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home, Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 20 lb · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | BLS CPR |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Job description
About Arnot Health
Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.
Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.
Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.
We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.
Learn more at www.arnothealth.org.
Summary
Provide observation to patients who require continuous observation. The primary purpose of this job position is to render routine daily observation and services to maintain the safety of the patient in accordance with the patient's rights and care plan and under the direction of a professional nurse.
Responsibilities
Monitors the patient's verbalizations and immediately informs the nurse if the patient expresses any idea or intention to hurt self/others or leave without physician's permission
Location: St Joe's Hospital
Department: LTC/SNF
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Monday - Sunday Rotation
Sign-On Bonus: $0
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. or for Arnot [email protected]
Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.
Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.
Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.
We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.
Learn more at www.arnothealth.org.
Summary
Provide observation to patients who require continuous observation. The primary purpose of this job position is to render routine daily observation and services to maintain the safety of the patient in accordance with the patient's rights and care plan and under the direction of a professional nurse.
Responsibilities
Monitors the patient's verbalizations and immediately informs the nurse if the patient expresses any idea or intention to hurt self/others or leave without physician's permission
- Observes the patient and maintains a safe environment, and as delegated by the RN, may provide care to the patient that does not interfere with the ability to maintain continuous visual contact.
- Remains in the patient's room with an unobstructed view of the patient.
- Turns on/off or adjust the station or volume on a radio or television only at the patient's request
- Ensures that the patient's dignity is preserved: patient is covered, curtains pulled, door adjusted to provide privacy.
- Feeds patients upon assessment and delegation by an RN.
- High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
- None
- BLS CPR required within 90 days of hire date.
- Good physical and mental health is required because long periods of standing and walking may beinvolved.
- Frequently lifts 10 lbs and occasionally lifts 20 lbs.
- Manual dexterity is necessary for feeding patient upon delegation to do so.
- Visual and aural acuity are required to make adequate observations of patient's condition.
Location: St Joe's Hospital
Department: LTC/SNF
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Monday - Sunday Rotation
Sign-On Bonus: $0
- Pay Range Disclosure: $17.10 - $21.69**
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. or for Arnot [email protected]
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