Care Companion - St. Mary's Hospital at Bon Secours

, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Basic Health Care, Patient Support, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Customer Service, Mobility Assistance, Personal Care, Hygiene Assistance, Vital Signs Monitoring, Sanitizing, Cleaning, Proactive Engagement, Team Collaboration, Patient Liaison

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities. Care Companion – St. Mary's Hospital Full time day shifts - Three - 12 hour shifts Job Summary: A Care Companion provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. As part of our team, the Care Companion is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs as well as assisting patients with basic needs like feeding and grooming. Essential Functions: • Provides support to the patient including, but not limited to, care and comfort, personal care and hygiene, toileting, and mobility. • Creates a safe environment for patients. • Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns. • Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors and all employees. • Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving. Education: None Licensure/Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from the approved source prior to direct patient care) Experience: Recent experience in a healthcare environment (preferred, not required) Skills & Abilities: Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

Responsibilities

The Care Companion provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include monitoring patients' health, assisting with basic needs, and maintaining a safe environment.