Patient Safety Companion

About the role

These roles provide direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses or other Medical Professional. These positions primarily focus on assisting patients with activities of daily living while also monitoring vital signs and reporting any changes in patient condition. They also play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients. These roles perform a variety of tasks, such as taking patient histories, measuring and monitoring vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting with minor procedures. Individual contributors who provide support to an organization, often in direct service, operational, technical or administrative functions. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Entry-level position typically requiring little to no prior experience. Work is routine and follows standard procedures. Work is closely supervised. Problems faced are routine with clearly defined solutions. Communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living
• Monitor vital signs and report changes in patient condition
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for patients
• Take patient histories
• Measure and monitor vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations
• Assist with minor procedures

Requirements

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Experience: No experience required
• Licensure: None
• Physical Demands: Requires sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping; proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull less than 20 lbs; may be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

Pay

The pay range for this role is $15.00 - $22.89 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.