Patient Companion System Float Pool T3 0.9 FTE 12 hour Nights

ProHealth Care•Waukesha, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Companion (sitter) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide constant observation and help maintain a safe environment for patients. The role may involve working directly with a patient in a hospital room or monitoring multiple patients from a central visual monitoring station. The RN provides a verbal report about patients’ care needs, diagnoses, communication barriers, and special considerations. This position is part of ProHealth Care’s System Float team, which works across Waukesha Memorial, Mukwonago Hospital, and Oconomowoc Hospital, and may serve a range of specialties, including Medical/Surgical, Ortho/Neuro, Observation, Inpatient Oncology, Heart Care, Intensive Care, and Behavioral Health. The role calls for a calm, professional demeanor, a positive attitude, strong communication skills, flexibility across assignments and patient populations, and the ability to work productively under stress. The position is 0.9 FTE, with 12-hour night shifts and every-other-weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

High school diploma or a minimum of 2 years of equivalent work experience.
Demonstrated 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 or activity to nursing staff.
Understanding and proficiency in using the software and computer systems required for the role.
Calm and professional demeanor, positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and ability to work productively under stress.

Responsibilities

Provide constant observation of patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients.
Work directly with a patient in a hospital room or monitor multiple patients from a central visual monitoring station.
Communicate observed changes in patient behavior or activity to nursing staff.
Work flexibly across assignments, hospitals, specialties, and patient populations.