Patient Companion - Evenings/Nights - GWV Float Pool

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time position at Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV) focused on providing patient companionship and observation during night shifts. This role requires maintaining a safe environment and assisting with patient care, including meal support and constant observation.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a Basic Life Support Certification. Geisinger offers comprehensive health benefits from day one in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe environment and supportive care for patients.
• Maintains constant observation of the patient.
• Accompanies patients to clinical tests and appointments.
• Participates in shift reports with the nursing staff.

Skills

Companionship skills

Ability to provide supportive care

Communication skills

Observation skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Location: Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV). Shift: Nights (United States of America). Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36. Worker Type: Regular. Exemption Status: No.

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe environment, companionship, and supportive care for patients that require constant observation as identified by a nurse or physician.
• Maintains a safe environment for any patient requiring 1:1 supervision.
• Maintains constant observation of the patient.
• Responsible to accompany the patient if he or she must leave the unit for reasons identified by the care provider.
• Maintain a safe, private, and comfortable therapeutic environment.
• Redirects impulsive and harmful behavior.
• Remains in clear sight of patient at all times, unless otherwise instructed by the nursing staff.
• Calls for assistance when unable to redirect patient or when there is a potential for self‑injury.
• Participates in report at the beginning and end of shift, making sure to inform pertinent information to Registered Nurse at the end of the shift.
• Accompanies patient to all clinical tests, procedures, or appointments off the unit.
• Talks to the patient and uses conversation to keep them focused.
• Assists patients with meals, when the patient does not have swallowing precautions or requires carbohydrate counts.
• Assists with bed making.
• Activates bed alarms and/or chair alarms.
• Assists staff with walking patients.
• Works in a clinical environment and is accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with organization policies and procedures.

Position Details

• Full Time, Evenings/Nights Position (36 Hours/weekly).
• 3–12 hour shifts from 7pm to 7:30am.
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) – Required.

Certification(s) and License(s)

• Basic Life Support Certification – Default Issuing Body.

Company Values

• KINDNESS: Treat everyone with respect and empathy.
• EXCELLENCE: Strive for continual improvement and high quality care.
• LEARNING: Share knowledge to prepare caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: Seek better ways to care for patients and the community.
• SAFETY: Provide a secure environment for patients, members, and staff.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental coverage for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one.
• Benefits for domestic partners.
• Supportive work environment encouraging collaboration and collegiality.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Geisinger is a committed affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

* Does not qualify for J‑1 waiver.