PATIENT SAFETY COMPANION NON LICENSED - MED/SURG

Aspirus, Inc; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care at a renowned health system. As a Patient Safety Companion, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of patients who may pose a risk to themselves or others. Your responsibilities will include constant monitoring, assisting with daily activities, and collaborating with the healthcare team to maintain a safe environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and dynamic setting. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a thriving community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full Benefits Package

PTO Accrual from Day One

Generous Retirement Plan

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient care and customer service standards.
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant observation and monitoring of at-risk patients.
• Assist with basic daily living activities and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Patient Care Knowledge

Communication Skills

Observation Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Customer Service Standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values every. single. day.

Aspirus Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, WI is seeking a Patient Safety Companion to join our Med/Surg team!

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, the Patient Safety Companion (PSC) is responsible for providing in-person, constant, alert observation and monitoring of patients demonstrating behaviors that pose a threat to self or others, while always maintaining a direct line of sight of the patient. In collaboration with the patient care team, the PSC ensures the patient environment is free of obstacles and minimizes the risk of falls and self-harm. The PSC may also assist with basic activities of daily living.

Hours: Occasional or 0.001 FTE, 0.8 hours biweekly, varied shifts.

Experience/Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED beneficial.
• Knowledge of patient care and customer service standards, normally acquired through the ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Experience in a hospital or nursing home setting preferred; training provided upon hire.
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire. All clinical personnel in this role are required to maintain BLS training through independent study, manikin, and knowledge testing, using an approved CPR training program such as the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED.
• Willingness to work in adverse conditions and convey a positive image.
• Ability to read, write, remember, and follow verbal or written directions.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Strong observation skills.
• Ability to respond calmly and swiftly under pressure.
• Ability to accept feedback and follow directions.

Employee Benefits:

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time employees.
• PTO accrual from day one.
• Generous retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Wellness programs for employees and families.

Aspirus Howard Young Medical Center provides primary and specialty care, including advanced medical imaging, surgical services, women's health, and the da Vinci Surgical System. Located in Woodruff, it serves residents across northern Wisconsin, including Oneida, Vilas, and Iron counties.

The Woodruff/Minocqua area is known as Nature's Original Water Park, featuring lakes, rivers, and streams ideal for boating, swimming, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, and biking, with no admission fees and year-round activities.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health, and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus strives to be a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As part of Aspirus, we demonstrate caring, plan for the future, work with enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference, and aim to improve community health.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We operate 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information, visit aspirus.org.

Click here to learn more about Woodruff, WI.

Credentials: CPR or BLS required.