Safety Sitter Float Pool Northern Colorado
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Centennial, CO, 80112-3401
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 18-21.62 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
Performs direct observation of the patient to maintain safety. Utilizes specialized training, de-escalation techniques and other interventions as applicable to create a therapeutic and calming environment for patients. Communicates patient mental and/or physical status changes to the primary Registered Nurse and/or Nurse Leader. Assumes personal accountability for organizational mission and core values.
What is Enterprise Pool?
We have reimagined our contingent staffing plan with a new Enterprise Resource Pool that offers many options for flexibility, variety, and career growth, while supporting our collective mission to deliver outstanding whole-person care to our flourishing communities. The CommonSpirit Mountain Region Enterprise Resource Pool consists of both clinical and allied roles that flex or float throughout the CommonSpirit Mountain Region system. Associates within the Enterprise Pool will have the opportunity to float to multiple units within one facility, a geographic group of facilities, or to all of our facilities. This pool will provide additional resources to support and supplement the workload and staffing needs across the system.
Enterprise Pool 2:
- Base rate + $3.00/Hr. Pool Differential + Eligible for evening, night, and weekend differentials.
- Assigned to one of four zones. Zone is determined based on your home location. Must be able to travel to the 4 hospitals assigned within that zone.
Unit Type/Specialty Areas:
- Critical Care
- Surgical Services
- Medical Surgical
- Procedural
- Women’s Services
- ED
- Behavioral Health
Benefits:
- PRN: +15% PRN Differential - Not eligible for benefits
- Full Time/Part Time: Benefits eligible based on FTE eligibility
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- 6 months of hospital or patient care experience, preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology, preferred
- Knowledge of therapeutic interventions. Ability to observe changes in patient behavior, deescalate aggressive or agitated behavior, and anticipate need for further intervention.
- De-escalation training, preferred. De-escalation required if sitting for at risk for harm to self or others within 30 days of hire or transfer
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Basic computer skills
- High School diploma or GED required
- BLS with the American Heart Association Required
Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Where You'll WorkWe have reimagined our contingent staffing plan with a new Enterprise Resource Pool that offers many options for flexibility, variety, and career growth, while supporting our collective mission to deliver outstanding whole-person care to our flourishing communities. The Common Spirit Mountain Region Enterprise Resource Pool consists of both clinical and allied roles that flex or float throughout the Common Spirit Mountain Region system. Associates within the Enterprise Pool will have the opportunity to float to multiple units within one facility, a geographic group of facilities, or to all of our facilities. This pool will provide additional resources to support and supplement the workload and staffing needs across the system.
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Frequently asked questions
Safety Sitters in the Float Pool flex across various units such as critical care, behavioral health, and surgical services. This dynamic role requires versatility to maintain patient safety through specialized observation and de-escalation techniques in diverse clinical settings throughout Northern Colorado.
Possessing BLS certification from the American Heart Association is essential, while de-escalation training significantly strengthens your candidacy. Familiarity with therapeutic interventions and medical terminology also boosts readiness for patient safety roles in Centennial's healthcare environment.
Unlike typical sitter roles, this position involves actively managing patient behaviors using therapeutic and calming interventions, often within high-acuity units. The Float Pool model offers opportunities to work across multiple hospital units, broadening experience and exposure to varied patient care scenarios.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes a mission-driven culture with supportive leadership and resources aimed at professional growth. Float Pool associates benefit from flexible assignments across multiple facilities in the Mountain Region, allowing diverse clinical experience while aligning with a values-based organization.
Yes, associates receive a base wage plus a $3.00/hr enterprise pool differential, alongside eligibility for evening, night, and weekend shift premiums. This compensation framework rewards flexibility and adaptability essential to the Float Pool's operational needs.
Demand for safety sitters is growing due to expanding healthcare services in Northern Colorado. Catholic Health Initiatives attracts skilled professionals by offering a collaborative work culture and flexible scheduling, making it a sought-after employer in this specialized niche.
Float Pool staff must be willing and able to travel among four hospitals within their assigned zone. While Centennial offers accessible road networks, potential traffic during peak hours and varying distances between facilities require proactive planning to ensure timely arrival.
Safety Sitters in this region typically earn between $18 and $24 per hour, influenced by experience and shift differentials. The Catholic Health Initiatives' enterprise pool adds a $3/hr premium plus additional shift-based pay, positioning compensation competitively within Northern Colorado healthcare staffing.
Engagement in the enterprise pool fosters flexibility and broad clinical exposure by floating across multiple units and hospitals. This variety cultivates a versatile skill set and opens pathways to diverse roles within healthcare, supporting long-term professional advancement.