Patient Companion

Common Spirit • Bismarck, ND

38d

About The Position

Patient Companion - Be a Vital Part of Our Care Team! (Full-Time) Are you a compassionate and vigilant individual seeking to provide crucial support to patients in a healthcare setting? We're looking for a dedicated Full-Time Patient Companion to help ensure the safety and well-being of our patients. In this essential role, you will: Provide Direct Patient Safety: Specifically monitor patients who may be confused, impulsive, at risk for injury, or require close observation. Support Under RN Direction: Work closely with a Registered Nurse to create a safe and therapeutic environment. Deliver Compassionate Care: Offer companionship and emotional support, contributing to the spiritual, physiological, social, and psychological well-being of patients. Documentation & Communication: Accurately document observations and communicate effectively with clinical staff. Respond to Needs: Set priorities for response and support clinical staff in emergency situations. Uphold Our Mission: Contribute to the core values of CHI Health by fostering a collaborative and safe environment. We're looking for someone who is: Observant & Responsible: Able to closely monitor patients and respond appropriately. Empathetic & Supportive: Provides comfort and a positive presence. A Team Player: Works collaboratively with nurses and other staff. Committed to Safety: Prioritizes patient well-being above all.

Requirements

• BLS certification required within 14 days of employment.
• Mandatory Adult/Child Abuse Reporting (APS-IA & NE) within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Direct Patient Safety: Specifically monitor patients who may be confused, impulsive, at risk for injury, or require close observation.
• Support Under RN Direction: Work closely with a Registered Nurse to create a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Deliver Compassionate Care: Offer companionship and emotional support, contributing to the spiritual, physiological, social, and psychological well-being of patients.
• Documentation & Communication: Accurately document observations and communicate effectively with clinical staff.
• Respond to Needs: Set priorities for response and support clinical staff in emergency situations.
• Uphold Our Mission: Contribute to the core values of CHI Health by fostering a collaborative and safe environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Water Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees