Shift: PRN Days
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Pt Safety Companion provides supportive patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Essential Job Functions
Provides support to the patient including, but not limited to, care and comfort, personal care and hygiene, toileting, and mobility.
Creates a safe environment for patients.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns.
Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and all employees.
Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Education
N/A
Work Experience
Recent experience in a healthcare environment, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred)
Training
None
Language
None
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com