Pt Companion-Psyche

UPMC•Steubenville, OH

About The Position

This position participates on the patient care team by providing basic bedside care and assisting patients with activities of daily living under the direction of the RN. It also provides non-clinical coordinator support for the unit, consistent with the organization’s mission, vision, values, and culture. Effective collaboration and teamwork are vital aspects of the role. The responsibilities described are intended to indicate the general nature of the work and are not a comprehensive inventory. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to deal effectively with multidisciplinary team members, patients, significant others, and physicians.
BLS Provider certification or a plan to obtain it within three months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Nice To Haves

State tested Nurse Aide certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform treatments and patient care procedures.
Perform or assist with activities of daily living according to the Patient Plan of Care.
Perform or assist with procedures and treatments according to the Nursing Policy and Procedure Manual.
Determine and implement appropriate patient safety measures promptly.
Respond promptly to patient call lights and emergency lights.
Prepare patients for meals and snacks and offer assistance as needed.
Maintain a safe environment and follow OSHA requirements, including Universal Precautions.
Document care, activities of daily living, vital signs, intake and output, meals, and snacks according to hospital policy and the plan of care.
Document refrigerator or freezer temperatures when assigned.
Participate in continuous quality improvement activities as assigned.
Communicate appropriately with patients, families, customers, and team members, and notify the RN of abnormal vital signs, intake and output, or changes in patient condition.
Identify self professionally, follow the dress code, and display an ID badge clearly.
Assist customers and provide directions in a positive and courteous manner.
Provide care appropriate to the patient’s developmental age, including neonates, children, adolescents, adults, and/or older adults.
Remain available and accessible while on duty and follow scheduled in-service, meal, and break times.
Accept changes in staffing and patient assignments.
Assist during emergencies according to nursing and hospital policy and perform assigned emergency responsibilities appropriately.
Maintain a safe workplace and provide safety boundaries for patients at risk for violence.