Patient Sitter/Care Companion
Company: Edward-Elmhurst Health
Location: Elmhurst
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY:Under direct supervision of the department
manager, clinical leader or charge nurse, observes and monitors the
condition of patients. Provides patients in need of supervision
compassionate and caring attention while ensuring a safe
environment.CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY:It is the obligation of each
employee of Edward - Elmhurst Health to abide by and promote the
mission and values of the System to ensure that excellent services
are delivered with compassion.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following duties and responsibilities are
all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except those
that begin with the word "May.")Protects the patient's
safety.Positions themselves in their assigned patient's room to
maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Ensures
patient is never alone or out of sight of a direct caregiver unless
instructed otherwise.Accompanies the patient for testing or
procedures and remains with patient unless directed otherwise by
the person performing the test or procedure.Observes the patient
for increased anxiety, escalating behavior, changes in mental
condition. and immediately relays this information to the
nurse.Listens to patient for signs of worry or concern or if
patient symptoms are worsening. Immediately relays information to
the staff so that further action can be taken if necessary.Provides
comfort and compassion for the patient while ensuring their safety.
Follows staff directives as it relates to patient mobility, etc.
and what to observe, what to report and to whom this information
should be reported.Maintains accurate and legible records as
directed.Maintains professional behavior while sitting with
patient; i.e., no use of personal cell phones, sleeping, engaging
in conversation with other staff members or leaving patient
unattended.Educates patient and family as to role and expectations
of unit as directed by the nurse.Demonstrates appropriate
communication skills and behaviors with patient as
required.Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and
protected health information. Uses and discloses only that
information which is necessary to perform the function of the
job.Regular on-time & on-site attendance, due to patient care
needs, is an essential function of this position.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Education, Experience and/or Skills
Required:High School Diploma or GEDAbility to read, to exchange
information with patients and others, and/or to do basic
arithmetic.Basic level of analytical ability to read and understand
simple instructions, enter data into logs, charts, records,
maintain files, etc.Basic level of communication skills to exchange
information on factual matters, understand and transmit
instructions, and perform other duties that require basic
communication skills.Patience and compassion for such tasks as
listening to patient worries & concerns.Physical stamina to remain
alert, awake and attentive to patient, regardless of assigned
shift.Care Companion class completion, which includes on-the-job
training, within two weeks of position start date.Must be available
to work assigned shifts.Work is performed under close supervision
or in accordance with specific and detailed instruction or
procedures.Work is generally performed in a clinical environment
where employee must adhere to unit and patient-specific safety and
infection control precautions.Work requires the ability to lift and
position patients, and the ability to work in a confined area for
two or more hours.
Keywords: Edward-Elmhurst Health, Elmhurst , Patient Sitter/Care Companion, Other , Elmhurst, Illinois
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