Safety Companion Full Time Nights

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Lake Forest is seeking a full-time Safety Companion. In this role, you will monitor patients and provide essential support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and a dedication to patient care. This position offers varied responsibilities including patient engagement and safety oversight, making a significant impact on patient experience. Join a committed team that prioritizes employee wellness and career development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Remains at bedside of assigned patient at all times.
• Provides calming and reorienting conversation with patient.
• Identifies and removes hazards from the patient environment.
• May assist patient with activities of daily living as delegated.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Full Time Nights, 7pm-7:30a

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient‑first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Safety Companion reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Safety Companion performs continual one‑on‑one patient monitoring under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Remains at bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Provides calming and reorienting conversation with patient in cases of patient’s agitation or confusion.
• Identifies and removes hazards from the patient and patient’s environment, and reports as appropriate.
• May assist patient with performing activities of daily living, as delegated by supervising RN.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.