Patient Safety Companion - VARIED SHIFT - Medical/Surgical Float Personnel

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Patient Safety Companion to join their team. This role involves constant observation and monitoring of patients to ensure their safety and comfort. Ideal candidates will have a passion for patient care and the ability to work under the supervision of registered nurses. With varied shifts and hours, this position offers flexibility and the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients. Join a team committed to excellence and compassionate care in a supportive environment that values professional growth and development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Wellness Programs

Fitness Discounts

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Qualifications

• Responsible for providing constant observation and monitoring of assigned patients.
• Assisting with basic care to ensure patient comfort under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety and prevention of injury.
• Assist with basic care and comfort of patients.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Basic Health Care Assistance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Patient Safety Companion - VARIED SHIFT - Medical/Surgical Float Personnel

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Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Hershey

Work Type: PRN

FTE: 0.001

Shift: Varied

Hours: Varied hours

Recruiter Contact: Christopher Donchak at [e-mail]

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• 16 years of age or older
  
  

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.

For more information: About Us | Careers | Penn State Health

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.
  
  

For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

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 description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email [e-mail] or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

Union: Non Bargained

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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