What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Companion - Part Time position at Mercy?
Position: Care Companion/Patient Sitter
Department: Nursing Services - Mercy Joplin
Hours / Shift: Part-Time, 24hr/week, 12 Hour Shifts
Overview:
Under the direction of the RN or LPN, provides close observation of patients and assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment.
Job Duties:
- Observe patient activity/behavior and communicates with care team as needed.
- Notifies the care team of any safety events, ex. behavioral changes, violent behavior, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the RN, LPN, charge nurse, and/or nurse manager.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
- Experience: None required.
- Minimum Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for long periods of time while remaining alert without distractions from personal business or other personal diversions.
- Occasional standing and walking.
Key Mercy Benefits:
- Health/Dental/Vision available after day one.
- Contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA.
- Paid parental leave for new parents.
- 401k with employer match starting day one.
- PTO accrual starts day one and includes a day for volunteering.
- Competitive salary.
- Future career growth!
EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Salary : $100