Patient Companion - Part time Day Shift - GCMC Float Pool

Geisinger•Scranton, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Companion provides a safe environment, companionship, and supportive care for patients who require constant observation, as identified by a nurse or physician. The role maintains constant observation and a safe environment for patients requiring 1:1 supervision. The Patient Companion accompanies patients off the unit when requested by the care provider. This is a part-time day-shift position in the GCMC Float Pool at Geisinger Community Medical Center. The schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with 20 hours per week. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and Basic Life Support certification.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, private, comfortable, and therapeutic environment.
Redirect impulsive and harmful behavior.
Remain in clear sight of the patient at all times unless otherwise instructed by nursing staff.
Call for assistance when unable to redirect the patient or when there is a potential for self-injury.
Participate in reports at the beginning and end of the shift, and communicate pertinent information to the Registered Nurse at the end of the shift.
Accompany patients to clinical tests, procedures, or appointments off the patient unit.
Talk with patients and use conversation to keep them focused.
Assist patients with meals when they do not have swallowing precautions or require carbohydrate counts.
Assist with bed making.
Activate bed alarms and/or chair alarms.
Assist staff with walking patients.