Calian is looking to hire Patient Sitters to provide assistance to patients with daily activities in hospitals, nursing homes, or patients’ homes.

Communication in English is required. French is an asset.
Must be able to work shifts (day, evening, night).
Must have a current CPR certificate.
Must have a recent (within the last 1 year) police check for the vulnerable sector.
Must have a negative TB test from within the last 1 year.
Must have a mobile device and access to the internet.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to monitor patients for extended periods of time.
Ability to respond swiftly.
Ability to work well with others.
Must have a high degree of patience.
Must be calm and respectful.
Must be proficient with technology.

Patient Sitter Expectations:

Sitters are expected to dress in a professional manner with an identification badge.
Sitters are required to sit in the patient’s room.
Sitters are to be attentive and observe the patient at all times.
Sitters are permitted to read while the patient sleeps (no phones or tablets/earbuds).
Sitters are required to report all concerns and/or observations as they occur to the patient’s assigned nurse.
Sitters are to communicate and converse with the patient.
Sitters are to never leave a patient unattended under any circumstances.
Sitters are not to engage in extended conversations with other patients.
Sitters are not to give advice to patients.
Sitters must maintain patient confidentiality at all times.