Care Companion PRN - Float Pool - Lourdes Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); Presencial; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive pay

403(b) employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Care Companion at Lourdes Hospital to provide basic health care and patient support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. You will help sanitize rooms, monitor vital signs, assist with feeding and grooming, and ensure patient comfort.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, strong communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualificações

• Customer-focused patient care ability.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform basic tasks under supervision.

Responsabilidades

• Provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of a nurse or healthcare professional.
• Maintains patient safety and comfort, including hygiene and mobility.
• Reports changes or concerns to the nurse and participates in hand-offs.
• Delivers high-quality customer service to patients, families and staff.
• Supports sanitation and cleanliness of patient rooms and equipment.

Conhecimentos

Caregiving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Care Companion – Lourdes Hospital

Job Summary

A Care Companion provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. As part of our team, the Care Companion is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs as well as assisting patients with basic needs like feeding and grooming.

Essential 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.

Education

• None

Licensure/Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from the approved source prior to direct patient care)

Experience

• Recent experience in a healthcare environment (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities

• Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and 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 Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affi