Patient Sitter
- CNA certification
How this pay compares
This posting states $17–$23.80 an hour. Open patient sitter jobs in Maryland post a median of $19.74 an hour, the middle half $19.74–$20.82, across 10 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Patient sitters employed in Maryland earn a median of $18.37 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Summary
Mercy Medical Center, the only midsize hospital in the state of Maryland named a “Best Employer” by Forbes Magazine and recognized as one of the Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Healthcare , is hiring Sitters! Come join our family of dedicated medical professionals! Military veterans are also encouraged to apply!
Mercy’s benefits include
- Paid time off (PTO) & company paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- 403(B) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
- Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
- Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit
- Employer paid short & long term disability benefits
- Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
- Pet Wellness coverage, legal assistance and identity protection
- Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
- Perks at Work - savings on favorite brands, travel, tickets, dining and more!
Responsibilities
Sitters are used to keep patient's from harming themselves by falling or pulling out their lines.
Requirements
- Must possess a high school diploma.
- Successful completion of a CNA program.
- Must have current CNA license.
- Must have current CPR certification.
Min
USD $17.00/Hr.
Max
USD $23.80/Hr.
Salary Information
Compensation decisions are made in alignment with internal equity, role scope, and market data to ensure fair and consistent pay practices. Most new hires are typically placed within the lower to mid-portion of the range; offers above that level are reserved for candidates with advanced or highly specialized qualifications.
Benefits
Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category
- Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
- Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
- Voluntary Benefits
EEO Statement
Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
- Must possess a high school diploma.
- Successful completion of a CNA program.
- Must have current CNA license.
- Must have current CPR certification.
From Mercy Medical Center Baltimore's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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