Patient Care Companion - Full Time - Day Shift

Frederick Health - Frederick, MD

Job Title: Patient Care Companion - Full Time - Day Shift

Position: Assisting in providing a safe patient environment under the direction of licensed personnel

Job Type: Part Time

Pay: $15.61 - $18.36

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Location

Address:

City: Frederick

State: MD

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Job Responsibilities

Obtains report from supervising RN at the beginning of shift or when taking over for another companion, outlining specific patient history and needs.
Continuously observes one or more patients as ordered by the physician.
Sits within visual distance of the patient who has orders to be under supervision.
Recognizes patient behaviors that could jeopardize patient safety and intervenes to prevent harm.
Proactively redirects the patients.
Notifies bedside staff immediately of any change or potential for compromised patient safety.
Utilizes staff assist alarm appropriately and proactively.
Provides feedback to the registered nurse regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
Provides the patient with access to toileting, reading material, and nutrition as approved by the nurse or physician.
Does not give advice, make judgments and respects the patient's dignity and privacy.
Reports behavior observations and conversations to RN for documentation purposes.
Informs supervising RN when leaving the unit.
Adheres to HIPPA and confidentiality standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Skilled in customer service
Ability to identify escalating behaviors and utilize de-escalation techniques
Effective use of proper body mechanics when handling patients and wheelchairs
Dependability and ability to function independently

Preferred Skills

1 year experience of patient care
Current CPR Certification

Requirements

Experience: 1 year experience of patient care preferred

Education: High School diploma or equivalency preferred; High School students attending Career Technology classes for Healthcare or students enrolled in Nursing/Healthcare programs

License & Certification:

Not specified

Schedule:

COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance after 30 days for employees working at least 20 hours per week
Life insurance
Short-Term Income Replacement
Long-Term Disability (employer paid for eligible employees)
Robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees
403B retirement plan with employer match for eligible employees
Free financial planning sessions for all employees
Educational assistance program to support education goals
Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Pay

Hourly rate is based on experience, skills, and education
Salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours for part-time positions
Shift differential and/or overtime paid for non-exempt positions, if applicable

Special Notes

Supports the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy
Adheres to Frederick Health Compliance Program and regulatory requirements
Adheres to Frederick Health Standards of Behavior