Patient Care Companion - Full Time - Night Shift - Frederick Health : Job Details

Performs various duties to assist in providing a safe patient environment under the direction of licensed personnel as a member of the health care team. This position supports the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the Frederick Health Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the Frederick Health Standards of Behavior. Essential Functions: Obtains report from supervising RN at beginning of Shift, or when taking over for another companion, outlining specific patient history and needs. Continuously observes one or more patients as ordered by the physician. Sits within visual distance of the patient who has orders to be under supervision. Recognizes patient behaviors that could jeopardize patient safety and intervenes to prevent harm. Proactively redirects the patients. Notify bedside staff immediately of any change or potential for compromised patient safety. Utilizes staff assist alarm appropriately...Night Shift, Patient Care, Companion, Patient, Night, Healthcare