Patient Safety Companion — 1:1 Observer (Per Diem)

Trinity Health; Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/Life balance

Free onsite parking

Referral Rewards Program

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Patient Companion/Observer for Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, PA. This part-time, per diem role involves 12-hour shifts across days, evenings and nights with weekend requirements.

The position focuses on direct observation of at-risk patients to minimize self-injury and wandering, under nursing supervision. Responsibilities include companionship, safety and supportive care, with flexibility to round, run errands or assist with patient care as needed when 1:1

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in high school, completing a GED, or obtained a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Direct observation of patients deemed to be safety risks when unattended.
• Provide companionship, safety and supportive care; assist in 1:1 supervision as needed.
• When 1:1 supervision is cancelled or not required, perform rounding, errands or general patient care tasks as appropriate.

Skills

CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Trinity Health is seeking a Patient Companion/Observer for Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, PA. This part-time, per diem role involves 12-hour shifts across days, evenings and nights with weekend requirements.

The position focuses on direct observation of at-risk patients to minimize self-injury and wandering, under nursing supervision. Responsibilities include companionship, safety and supportive care, with flexibility to round, run errands or assist with patient care as needed when 1:1