Patient Safety Companion - Nursing Resources

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health is seeking a Patient Safety Companion for Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, PA. This full-time role (0.90 FTE) supports patient safety under RN supervision. Shift is day hours 7:00a–7:30p with every third weekend coverage.

Responsibilities include constant observation, basic care to ensure patient comfort, and potential assignment to Hampden Medical Center as needed. Eligible employees gain access to Penn State tuition discounts starting Jan 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• AHA BLS certification required prior to end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant observation and monitoring of assigned patient(s) to ensure safety.
• Assist with basic patient care under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• May be required to work at Hampden Medical Center.

Skills

Observation skills

Empathy in patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.

Penn State Health - Holy Spirit Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Camp Hill

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Day

Hours: 7:00a - 7:30p, every third weekend

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for providing constant observation and monitoring of assigned patient(s) to ensure their safety and prevention of injury. This includes assisting with basic care to assure patient's comfort under the direct supervision of the responsible Registered Nurse.

In addition to Holy Spirit Medical Center, this position may be required to work at Hampden Medical Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• 18 years of age OR High School Diploma or equivalent
• AHA BLS Required prior to end of orientation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Previous training and/or experience in basic health care preferred.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH HOLY SPIRIT MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center brings acute inpatient medical services to the greater Harrisburg region with outpatient and inpatient locations in Cumberland, Dauphin, Perry, and Northern York counties. The facility features 281 beds, a four-story Ortenzio Heart Center, and around-the-clock complex critical care for those suffering from life-threatening injuries.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Position Patient Safety Companion - Nursing Resources

Location US:PA: Camp Hill | Human Services | Full Time