Patient Companion- Waukesha Memorial Hospital- Emergency Department- PRN As Needed
About The Position
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the patient companion (sitter) provides constant observation of patients. The sitter assists in providing a safe environment for the patient. Verbal report from the RN includes information regarding the patient’s identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory or language barriers, as well as any special considerations. This role works directly with the patient in his/her hospital room or works at a central visual monitoring station to maintain constant visual observation of multiple patients. This position requires a person who possesses a calming yet professional demeanor and exhibits a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work productively under stress. The position requires one to be flexible in their assignments and the ability to work with a variety of patient populations with a variety of medical and behavioral health conditions.
Requirements
- High School diploma or 2 years equivalent work history
- Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide a safe environment for patients with a wide variety of medical and mental health conditions.
- Ability to communicate observed changes in behavior/activity to the nursing staff.
- Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the software and computer systems required for the role.
Nice To Haves
- Calming yet professional demeanor
- Positive attitude
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work productively under stress
- Flexibility in assignments
- Ability to work with a variety of patient populations with a variety of medical and behavioral health conditions.
Responsibilities
- Provides constant observation of patients.
- Assists in providing a safe environment for the patient.
- Maintains constant visual observation of multiple patients (either in-room or at a central monitoring station).
- Communicates observed changes in behavior/activity to the nursing staff.
- Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the software and computer systems required for the role.
Benefits
- Engaging and community focused culture
- Competitive Salaries
- Opportunity for professional career growth
- Generous PTO
- Choices in insurance
- HSA
- Tuition reimbursement
- Immediate 401K match
- Discounted tickets to various entertainment, social and sporting events
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
