Care Companion II - Emergency Services - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise • Corning, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides general observational support for assigned patient care areas within Emergency Services. The Care Companion II works collaboratively with other members of the patient care team to deliver care to patients across various age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, based on the specific unit population.

Requirements

• Advanced Certification or training (i.e. LPN, Crisis Training, Tech)

Nice To Haves

• Constant Observation or One to One observation experience preferred
• HS Diploma or Equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to the patient.
• Alert the RN of patient behavior which could lead to injury.
• Maintain One to One observation status (constant eye sight and within arm's reach at all times) of the patient.
• Maintain Special Observation documentation form (patient's location every 15 minutes) if determined suicide precautions/one to one observation.
• Provide de-escalation tactics to help control potential stressful situations.
• Communicate patient's needs to patient care team.
• Maintain and respect the patient's responsibility, privacy, and dignity.
• Demonstrates behavior appropriate to keeping the patient relaxed.
• Participates in performance improvement activities to improve service and care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees