Patient Companion

St. Joseph Health; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Companion to join their dedicated team. This role involves working closely with registered nurses to ensure patient safety and comfort, assisting with daily living activities, and maintaining a clean environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong observational skills and a commitment to patient care. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families within a supportive healthcare setting. If you're passionate about helping others and looking to grow in your healthcare career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Patient Care Companion Program is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients and assist with daily living activities under RN supervision.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for patients.

Skills

Patient Observation

Assisting with Daily Living Activities

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Patient Care Companion Program

Job description

Overview

St. Joseph Health – Bryan/College Station Navasota Caldwell Madisonville TX. Since 1936 St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in and surrounding the Brazos Valley. We have a Level III Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley. St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system, St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE
Member of the health care team who works under direct supervision of an RN and performs tasks that optimize patient safety. The PCC is responsible for observing the patient, assisting with activities of daily living, and reporting observations to the RN. Provides assistance in transporting, transferring, and lifting. One PCC may be assigned to monitor two (2) patients in a semi-private room.

ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Must maintain visible contact with the patient at all times.
2. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs.
3. Accurately measures oral intake and urine output and reports to unit staff for recording.
4. Assists with patient ambulation. Promptly attends to all patient requests. Assists patient with meals. Observes the client for general physical, emotional, and mental conditions and reports all changes in condition.
5. Maintains a clean and safe environment. Provides diversional activities as appropriate. Adheres to patient rights, HIPAA, and patient confidentiality.
6. Demonstrates commitment to the goals and values of the patient and hospital by responding promptly to patient needs, keeping the patient environment clean and tidy, performing comfort measures, and reporting to RN any change in patient condition or complaints of pain.
7. Maintains a neat, safe, and orderly work area, keeps the patient room clear of obstructions, reports safety issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions.
8. Demonstrates a commitment to personal growth and development by completing annual mandatory in-services, attending unit-based in-services, and monthly departmental meetings.
9. Communicates with the patient, patient’s family, and unit personnel in an accurate, courteous, and professional manner.

Qualifications

Required Licensure and Certifications
* High School Diploma/GED
* Completion of Patient Care Companion Program

PREFERRED Qualifications
* None required