Safety Companion (FT) 7p-7a Float Pool - JCMC/FWCH/SSH/UCH

Ballad Health; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Safety Companion to ensure patient safety while providing support services in the nursing unit. This role requires good communication skills and AHA BLS certification, with responsibilities including direct observation of patients and routine housekeeping duties.

Qualifications

• Capable of good communication skills, with legible written communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide support services under RN supervision and ensure patient safety.
• Responsible for direct observation of an assigned patient.
• Transport supplies, perform housekeeping duties, and report patient care issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

AHA BLS certification

Job description

Scope of Position
The Safety Companion shall provide support services to the nursing unit under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Safety Companion is responsible for direct observation of an assigned patient and ensuring patient safety at all times. The Safety Companion, on occasion, when not accompanying a patient, may be responsible for transporting supplies and equipment, routine housekeeping duties, and reporting any issues regarding patient care to nursing. The Safety Companion will follow nursing department and hospital policies and procedures, including guidelines for the role of the Safety Companion.

Reporting Relationship
See Table of Organization.

Education and Experience
It is vital that an individual in this position be capable of good communication skills. It is of the utmost importance that written communication is legible.
AHA BLS required