Departure Lounge Patient Care Attendant

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is seeking a Departure Lounge Attendant to retrieve patients from their location within the hospital, transport them to the Departure Lounge, and assist with nutrition and comfort while in the lounge.

Staff will observe patient behavior, communicate with patients and families, and notify nursing staff if the patient’s condition changes or requires assistance.

Qualifications

• BLS/CPR certification within 90 days of start date.
• Background screening is required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve patient from their location within the hospital.
• Transport patient to the Departure Lounge and into personal vehicle via wheelchair.
• Provide assistance with nutrition and comfort needs in the lounge.
• Observe patient behavior and communicate with patient and family/visitors.
• Notify nursing personnel if the patient condition changes or requires assistance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Follow instructions

Minimal supervision

Calm communication

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is seeking a Departure Lounge Attendant to retrieve patients from their location within the hospital, transport them to the Departure Lounge, and assist with nutrition and comfort while in the lounge.

Staff will observe patient behavior, communicate with patients and families, and notify nursing staff if the patient’s condition changes or requires assistance.