Patient Companion Full time Day/Evening shift GCMC

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to provide compassionate care and constant observation for patients in a clinical environment. This role involves maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring patient comfort. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package from day one. With flexible shifts and opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Full health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program with financial incentives

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Voluntary benefits options

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care or similar roles is preferred.
• Ability to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant observation and companionship for patients.
• Assist patients with meals and daily activities.
• Participate in shift reports and communicate with nursing staff.

Skills

Patient Observation

Communication Skills

Behavior Management

Basic Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 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.
• Redirect impulsive and harmful behavior.
• Remain in clear sight of patient at all times, unless otherwise instructed by the nursing staff.
• Calls for assistance when unable to redirect patient or there is a potential for self-injury.
• Participate in report at the beginning and end of shift, making sure to inform pertinent information to Registered Nurse at the end of the shift.
• Accompany patient to all clinical tests, procedures, or appointments off the patient unit.
• Talks to the patient and use conversation to keep them focused.
• Assist patients with meals, when patient does not have swallowing precautions, or require carbohydrate counts.
• Assist with bed making.
• Activates bed alarms and or chair alarms.
• Assists staff with walking patients.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now!

• Full Time, Day/Evening Position (36 Hours/weekly)

• 3 - 12 hour shifts 7am - 7:30pm

• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required