Part-Time Night Care Companion for Patients

Frederick Health Hospital, Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 30 days

Dental and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) retirement with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Frederick Health Hospital, Inc. in Frederick, MD is seeking a Patient Care Companion for the night shift. This part-time role supports licensed staff by helping create a safe patient environment and delivering basic supportive tasks under supervision.

The position emphasizes patient safety, de-escalation, dependable attendance, and compassionate service. Pay is hourly, with rotating weekends and holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package is provided after eligibility.

Qualifications

• Skilled in customer service, use of appropriate tone, language, ability to identify escalating behaviors, and utilize de-escalation techniques.
• Effective use of proper body mechanics when handling patients and wheelchairs.
• Must demonstrate dependability and ability to function independently.

Responsibilities

• Obtain shift report from supervising RN at beginning of Shift, or when taking over for another companion, outlining specific patient history and needs.
• Continuously observes one or more patients as ordered by the physician.
• Sits within visual distance of the patient who has orders to be under supervision.
• Recognizes patient behaviors that could jeopardize patient safety and intervenes to prevent harm.
• Proactively redirects the patients.
• Notify bedside staff immediately of any change or potential for compromised patient safety.
• Utilizes staff assist alarm appropriately and proactively.
• Provides feedback to the registered nurse regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
• Provides the patient with access to toileting, reading material, nutrition as approved by the nurse or physician.
• Does not give advice, make judgments and respects the patient’s dignity and privacy.
• Reports behavior observations and conversations to RN for documentation purposes.
• Informs supervising RN when leaving the unit.
• Adheres to HIPPA and confidentiality standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR Certification preferred

Job description

Frederick Health Hospital, Inc. in Frederick, MD is seeking a Patient Care Companion for the night shift. This part-time role supports licensed staff by helping create a safe patient environment and delivering basic supportive tasks under supervision.

The position emphasizes patient safety, de-escalation, dependable attendance, and compassionate service. Pay is hourly, with rotating weekends and holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package is provided after eligibility.