Patient Companion - Per Diem

Mount Desert Island Hospital•Bar Harbor, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Companion provides continual observation to one patient and assists the nursing staff in providing a safe environment for the patient. The patient companion will assist in fall prevention and prevention of patient elopement. Through the use of distraction such as reading to the patients, walking with them, using music, playing board games or just holding patient's hand for comfort. This position may involve the patient in activities as patient allows but will not have any direct patient care, handling or feeding. This staff member will call for assistance from licensed staff when needed and will report to RN when leaving the patient alone.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Maintain compassionate and professional at all times and when exposed to patients in high emotional distress.
Outstanding communication, listening and observation skills for interaction with patients, families, visitors, team members, physicians and other hospital personnel.
Ability to respond swiftly.

Nice To Haves

Current BLS Provider status is preferred.
Basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide continual observation to one patient.
Assist nursing staff in providing a safe environment for the patient.
Assist in fall prevention and prevention of patient elopement.
Engage patients in distraction activities such as reading, walking, music, or playing board games.
Hold patient's hand for comfort.
Involve the patient in activities as patient allows.
Call for assistance from licensed staff when needed.
Report to RN when leaving the patient alone.