Safety Companion

OSF HealthCare; Kewanee (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Safety Companion to provide continuous observation of assigned patients to maintain their safety. The role includes light patient care tasks such as repositioning, ambulation assistance, bathing, feeding, and daily living activities, documenting in the patient record, and communicating with the care team to ensure high-quality care.

Candidates should have CPR-BLS certification within 90 days of onboarding, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and basic

Qualifications

• CPR - BLS certification within 90 days of onboarding.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the care team.
• Solid computer skills, including basic Microsoft software.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous observation of patients to maintain safety.
• Perform light patient care tasks (repositioning, ambulation assistance, bathing, feeding, and activities of daily living).
• Document relevant information in the patient record and communicate with the care team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.

Expected pay for this position is $17.66 - $19.63/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Safety Companion provides continuous, attentive observation of assigned patients to maintain their safety. This role performs light patient care tasks, which may include repositioning, ambulation assistance, bathing, feeding, and other activities of daily living. The Safety Companion documents relevant information in the patient record and communicates effectively with the care team to promote seamless, high-quality care. Responsibilities may vary based on departmental needs and the specific support required for patients of all age groups, contributing to each patient’s comfort and well-being.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensure/ Certification: CPR - BLS (within 90 days of onboarding)
• Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/ GED
• Experience: 1 year work experience in a service industry

OSF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.