What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Companion (Sitter) position at Premier Health Partners?
This position will be based at Atrium Medical Center in Middletown, OH.* 1st week orientation and interviews are held in Dayton, OH*
Full Time Day Shift / 7am - 7pm / 72 hours per pay period
3 - 12 hour shifts a week
General Summary/Responsibilities
The Safety Companion is a member of the health care team who works under the supervision of a licensed nurse
to perform basic nursing tasks as assigned.
Essential Duties & Functions
Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED
3 - 12 hour shifts a week
General Summary/Responsibilities
The Safety Companion is a member of the health care team who works under the supervision of a licensed nurse
to perform basic nursing tasks as assigned.
Essential Duties & Functions
- Assists PCT and licensed nurse with care of the patient (including bathing or toileting).
- Demonstrates knowledge of skin care including prevention, monitoring and reporting.
- Maintains accurate documentation in the Epic computer system.
- Meets the safety needs of the patient and uses equipment safely and properly (i.e., assistive devices, oxygen and side rails).
- Follows all policies regarding infection control and employee safety.
- Recognizes patient's needs and attends to their requests in a prompt and organized manner.
- Maintains a neat and orderly patient environment.
- Utilizes appropriate communication skills with the patient, the patient's family and all agency personnel.
- Serves patient’s tray and assist with feeding if necessary. Removes food tray and reports amount eaten.
- Completes accurate records and carries out all assignments as requested. Is responsible for maintaining minimum weekend on-call, holiday or other requirements established by the department.
- Demonstrates respect for patient property and maintains patient confidentiality.
- Observes basic elements of body functioning and reports changes to the licensed nurse.
- Recognizes emergencies and demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures. Ensures the patient and the environment is safe. If at any time, the patient/environment becomes unsafe, the safety companion calls for help.
- Performs only under the supervision of a licensed nurse who has provided instruction for patient care (Care Plan). Participates in ongoing development of the Plan of Treatment.
Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED