Day-Shift Patient Care Companion — Compassionate Support

Frederick Health Hospital, Inc.; Frederick, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403B retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Educational assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Frederick Health Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Companion for the Day Shift on a full-time basis in Frederick, MD. The role assists in creating a safe patient environment under licensed personnel supervision and contributes to the health care team’s mission.

The position requires strong customer service, safety awareness, and dependability. CPR certification is preferred but not required; a high school diploma or equivalent is expected with at least 1 year of patient care experience.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills with appropriate tone and de-escalation ability.
• Ability to identify escalating behaviors and intervene to prevent harm.
• Good body mechanics when handling patients and wheelchairs.
• Dependability and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Obtain shift report from supervising RN at start of shift.
• Continuously observe patients as ordered by physician.
• Maintain sight and proximity to patient as required by orders.
• Notify bedside staff of changes or potential safety concerns.
• Redirect patients proactively to maintain safety and dignity.
• Provide patient access to toileting, reading material and approved nutrition.
• Relay observations to RN for documentation and inform when leaving the unit.
• Adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation techniques

Patient safety awareness

Dependability

Independent functioning

Education

High School diploma

1 year patient care experience

Job description

Frederick Health Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Companion for the Day Shift on a full-time basis in Frederick, MD. The role assists in creating a safe patient environment under licensed personnel supervision and contributes to the health care team’s mission.

The position requires strong customer service, safety awareness, and dependability. CPR certification is preferred but not required; a high school diploma or equivalent is expected with at least 1 year of patient care experience.