Safety Companion: Patient Care & Observation (3rd Shift)

OSF HealthCare; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is hiring a Safety Companion to provide continuous, attentive observation of patients to ensure safety and assist with daily living activities. The role involves documenting patient information and communicating with the care team to support high-quality care.

Requires CPR/BLS certification within 90 days, strong interpersonal and computer skills, and at least 1 year of customer service experience. The position is hourly with potential shift differentials.

Qualifications

• CPR/HealthCare BLS within 90 days of onboarding.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; detail oriented.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous observation of patients to maintain safety.
• Assist with patient care tasks such as repositioning, ambulation, bathing, and feeding.
• Document information in patient records and communicate with care team.
• Support patients of all ages according to department needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

OSF HealthCare is hiring a Safety Companion to provide continuous, attentive observation of patients to ensure safety and assist with daily living activities. The role involves documenting patient information and communicating with the care team to support high-quality care.

Requires CPR/BLS certification within 90 days, strong interpersonal and computer skills, and at least 1 year of customer service experience. The position is hourly with potential shift differentials.