Patient Companion Full Time 7am-3pm

VPNE
Any Location, MA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
The Patient Care Companion functions under the direction of the registered Nurse responsible for the Patient’s care and following the Patient’s individualized needs.

Requirements

  • Communicate any change of assignment to the nursing office.
  • Documents Patient’s behavior using the appropriate form/tool
  • Maintains a safe environment as directed by the registered Nurse
  • Demonstrates proficiency with the use of bed alarms
  • Accompany the Patient to the bathroom and tests as needed
  • Monitor patient for escalating behavior
  • Reports patient status to oncoming staff in a respectful, professional manner
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with patients and families to promote Patient health and well-being
  • Report to work in proper uniform per departmental standards and hospital policy
  • Must be able to work at least 1 weekend shift per week
  • Must be able to where an N95 mask when assisting pts with raspatory -airborne infections
]]>