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NI-Sitter, Patient - Registry (Float)

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

7/8/2026

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-7302AC

Job Title:

NI-Sitter, Patient - Registry (Float)

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of a RN, provides a safe environment for confused, agitated and/or suicidal patients.  Updates RN with timely information regarding status of patient in compliance with Patient Services Department policy and other regulatory agency requirements. 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES


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As a non-direct care provider, monitors patient safety, under the direction of the RN and in accordance with established department policies and procedures.

 

•

Keeps the patient within eyesight at all times.

 

•

Monitors patient activity level and provides the RN with accurate and timely information regarding patient status, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

 

•

Supports all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

 


As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.


Age Specific Competency (Clinical jobs only)

X

Non-Clinical

 

 


JOB REQUIREMENTS


Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/
Preferred

 

 

On the job training.

 

Required

 


Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/
Preferred

 

 

None

Required

 


Licenses & Certifications

Licenses/Certification Details

Time Frame

Required/
Preferred

 

Basic Life Support/CPR certification.

 

Preferred

 


LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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Good interpersonal skills required.

 

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Ability to read written instruction and comprehend verbal instruction in English.

 


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS


Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demand

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Standing

 

 

 

X

Walking

 

 

 

X

Climbing

 

 

 

X

Bending

 

 

 

X

Crouching

 

 

 

X

Pushing / Pulling

 

 

 

X

Carry

 

 

 

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

 

 

 

X

Color Discrimination

 

X

 

 

Hearing Ability

X

 

 

 

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

 

 

X

 

15 - 30 lbs.

 

 

X

 

30 - 50 lbs.

 

 

X

 


 

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.


Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.

Physical Demands

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Concentration on Detail

 

X

 

 

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

 

 

 

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

 

 

 

X

Oral Communication

 

X

 

 

Written Communication

 

X

 

 


Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

 

 

 

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

 

 

 

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

 

 

 

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

 

 

 

X

Exposure to Radiation

 

 

 

X


Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.