Patient Safety Companion Springfield Regional Medical Center

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Pt Safety Companion provides supportive patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal state and local regulations and within the policies procedures and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Essential Job Functions

Providessupport to the patient including but not limited to care and comfortpersonal 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 patients family visitors and all employees.

Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support American Heart Association (preferred upon hire must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Education

N/A

Work Experience

Recent experience in a healthcare environment with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also select the age of the patient population served:

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be required to use physical restraints.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

Other: Ability to work over time as required.

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Hazards

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Skills

Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team.

Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team.

Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls skin breakdown suicide prevention environment of care).

Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmission-based precautions.

Ability to work in a team.

Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care.

Compassionate relationship-based approach in care activities.

Accountability for completion of assigned tasks.

Escalation of concerns via chain of command.

Create and maintain safety environment.

Advocacy and foreseeing safety issues.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly 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 youd 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 Employer please email . 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 .