Care Companion PRN - Med/Surg - Lourdes Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

Healthcare coverage

Tuition assistance

PTO and family leave

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health’s Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Care Companion to provide basic health care and support to patients under RN guidance. The role includes sanitizing rooms, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living.

You will collaborate with nursing staff, ensure safe patient care, and deliver courteous service to patients and families. BLS certification is preferred at hire, with training available, and prior healthcare exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a healthcare environment (preferred, not required).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional interaction with patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care including personal hygiene, feeding and mobility.
• Create a safe environment and monitor patients’ health.
• Act as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes.
• Provide high-level customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff.
• Participate in hand-off reports upon arrival and departure.

Skills

Healthcare environment experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive in changing environment

Job description

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 Affirmpative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. 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 [e-mail]