Patient Companion Nursing Resource Unit

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Patient Companions to provide essential support to patients in a compassionate environment. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities, ensuring their comfort and safety, and maintaining a professional demeanor in challenging situations. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers a supportive workplace where you can grow and advance your career. Join a team that prioritizes patient care and community well-being from day one, with immediate benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical benefits effective Day One

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Qualifications

• High school diploma and CPR or BLS Certification required.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in stressful conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with hygiene needs and daily activities.
• Provide observation and companionship to patients at all times.
• Coordinate meal and break times with nursing staff.

Skills

Patient Care

CPR Certification

BLS Certification

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Patient Companion Nursing Resource Unit

Apply locations Saint Joseph Mercy Health System Hospital Campus - Ann Arbor, Mi time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 00581500

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Other Job Titles: Patient Sitter

Department: Nursing Resource Pool/Float Pool

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor

Minimum rate of pay: $15.59 PLUS Daily PAY

Position Purpose:

Nursing Resource Pool:

Patient companions (sitters, attendants) perform specific patient care activities as assigned by the patient's RN considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs.

· 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 Companions 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: 7 am-3:30pm; 3pm-11:30pm, 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
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Click Here to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Michigan.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

About Us

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.