Patient Companion

Trinity Health; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation, DAILY PAY

Benefits effective Day One

Full benefits package: Medical, Dental

PTO, Life Insurance, Disability

Retirement savings with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Trinity Health Ann Arbor is seeking a Patient Safety Attendant to support the Nursing Resource Pool. The role involves direct patient observation for high-risk, suicide-precaution cases, assisting with meals, hygiene, mobility, and basic care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Shifts are at night (11 pm–7:30 am) with full-time and part-time opportunities. Competitive benefits begin Day One, with retirement and growth opportunities across Trinity Health’s network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and CPR or BLS Certification required.
• Maintain professionalism and self-control under stressful conditions.

Responsibilities

• Setting up food tray and assisting with eating.
• Assisting with basic hygiene (bathing, brushing teeth).
• Offering fluids and accompanying patients on walks.
• Assisting to bathroom or chair and providing diversionary activities.
• Replacing nasal cannula and re-applying ICDs or SCDs.
• Observe the patient at all times; ensure no unattended periods.

Skills

Observation

Patient safety

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

CPR or BLS Certification

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Night ShiftDescription:

Other Title: Patient Safety Attendant

Department: Nursing Resource Pool/Float Pool

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor

Position Purpose:

Nursing Resource Pool:

Patient safety attendants perform specific patient care activities as assigned by the patient's RN considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs. They will be working with high risk suicide precaution patients.

• Setting up food tray, assist with eating
• Assisting patient with basic hygiene needs (bathing, brushing teeth)
• Offering fluids
• Accompanying patient on walks
• Assisting patient to bathroom or chair
• Providing Diversionary activities
• Replacing nasal cannula
• Re-applying intermittent compression devises (ICDs or SCDs)

Patient Safey Attendants will remain with, and observe the assigned patient at all times. Patient must be in direct observation. Companions will arrange meal and break time with the patient's nurse to ensure that the patient is never unattended.

Shifts Available: 11 pm-7:30am

Status Available: Full-time, Part-time

Every Other Weekend and Holiday per year required for Full-time and Part-time team members.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / LICENSURE

• Education: High school diploma and CPR or BLS Certification
• Experience: Able to maintain professionalism and self-control in difficult or stressful conditions.

Total Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, DAILY PAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long- term Disability.
• Trinity Health offers comprehensive medical plan options administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Michigan (BCBSM). Each plan option offers the flexibility to choose from two tiers with Tier 1 Trinity Health network providers providing the lowest out of pocket costs and Tier 2 select BCBSM providers.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.