Care Companion

Under the direction of the registered nurse, care companions monitor the behavior and health of patients in a healthcare facility. Care companion highlight skills such as ability to deal with behavioral problems, knowledge of safety techniques, teamwork and good communication skills.

Qualifications:

Required Education:

• Highschool Diploma or GED

Desirable Education:

• N/A

Required Experience:

• N/A

Desirable Experience:

• N/A

Duties & Responsibilities:

General:

• Assists in maintaining a healthful, safe environment.
• Keeps the hospital client in constant eye contact during entire assigned shift.
• Assists the client with ambulating by providing stand by assistance.
• Follows universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of client care.
• Performs those functions specified for each individual client.
• Responds to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of the client.
• Follows emergency procedures in the event of any incident, accident, injury, or significant changes in the clients' condition.
• Reports any changes in client's mental or physical condition, suspicion of ingesting questionable substances, or items brought to the room by visitors to the staff nurse.
• May provide non-medical personal care, light housekeeping, prepare small meals for residents and clients as needed.
• Accompany patient to all procedures off the unit.
• Contributes to positive team spirit.

A Roman Catholic facility founded by the Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph and sponsored by Catholic Health International, St. Bernard Hospital aspires to live in the healing mission of Christ within the South Side community of Chicago. This mission calls us to care for the sick and promote the health of the residents in the community while witnessing the Christian values of respect, dignity, caring and compassion for all persons. In all matters, St. Bernard Hospital will show a special sensitivity to the culture of the people we serve and the unique needs of the poor and powerless.