Constant Attendant, Per Diem, All Shifts Available, Patient Staffing

Day Kimball Healthcare; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Time

401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution

Pet Insurance

Clinical Ladder Program

Shift Differential

Pay for Performance

Job summary

A healthcare provider in northeastern Connecticut is seeking a Constant Attendant for its Patient Staffing Department. This per diem position involves observing patients, assisting with daily activities, and providing support to nursing staff. Responsibilities include maintaining visual contact with patients and assisting in restraining if necessary. Candidates should ideally be high school graduates with the ability to work under stress. Join a supportive team focused on community-driven healthcare and make a difference in patient lives.

Qualifications

• Prior experience preferred, but not required.
• Meets the physical demands of position.
• Demonstrates ability to cope with and function under stress.
• Trained in non-violent crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Remain alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
• Assist the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
• Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.
• Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.

Skills

Ability to cope with stress

Physical demands of the position

Trained in non-violent crisis intervention

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Constant Attendant for Patient Staffing Department as a per diem job, All Shifts Available, in Putnam, CT.

• Sick Time
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Shift Differential
• Pay for Performance

As the Constant Attendant, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for…

• Although the name of the position is Constant Attendant (CA), the position has two distinct types of observation.
• As a CA, the observation of patients is less strict and could mean observing more than one patient.
• As a 1:1, this type of observation is strict and requires remaining with the patient at all times at an arm’s length. Patients on 1:1 observation are on suicide precautions or restrained for behavioral management.
• The expectation is to work 4 (four) shifts per month.
• Remain alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
• Assist the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
• Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.

1:1 Job Responsibilities:

• Keep patient within an arm’s length at all times, even when patient is bathing and toileting.
• Remain alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
• Assist the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
• Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.

Constant Attendant Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience preferred, but not required.

Constant Attendant Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Meets the physical demands of position.
• Demonstrates ability to cope with and function under stress.
• Trained in non-violent crisis intervention.

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

The Care You Need. Close to Home.

For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.

Day Kimball Health is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.

Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care? Join our team as aConstant Attendantand experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference!