Care Companion PRN - St. Mary's Hospital

Bon Secours Health System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Bon Secours Health System is seeking a Care Companion for St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond. This role focuses on providing basic healthcare support and personal care to patients while ensuring a safe environment under the guidance of healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, demonstrating professionalism in a rapidly changing healthcare setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer retirement savings contributions

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• None required, but preferred experience in healthcare.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to patients including personal care and hygiene.
• Create a safe environment and act as liaison between patient and nurse.
• Deliver high-level customer service to patients and visitors.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Proactive behavior

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

0.01

Work Shift:

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

Care Companion – St. Mary's 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:

• Providessupport 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

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

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.

Department:

Nursing Administration - St. Mary's - Richmond

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll 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 Employer, 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] .