SUMMARY

The Companion CareTeam member enables the client to remain free from injury or
harm and provides companionship that is sufficient to provide a secure environment.
The CareTeam member is responsible for observing the client and reporting changes to
the nurse and or responsible person to provide general attention to the client.

• Provides non-personal, non-nursing care to the client. (NO HANDS-ON CARE)
• Provides generalized attention to the needs of the ill, injured, impaired, disabled,

and/or aged as directed by the nurse/responsible person.

• Observes the client for general physical, mental and emotional conditions.
• Ensures the provision of a safe environment for the client at all times
• Provides a sense of security for the client and protects the client from harm

resulting from the debilitating effects of his/her illness.

• Keeps the client’s environment clean and orderly.
• Provides meal preparation and escort services (transportation).
• Provides continuous companionship for the client.