Patient Care Companion Nights

Job description

Department: 34102 Advocate Sherman Hospital - Nursing Float Pool Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Every 3rd weekend, rotating holidays! Pay Range: $18.85 - $28.30 Patient Care Companion: Sherman Hospital: FT Nights: Full Benefits including Medical, Dental and 401K Major Responsibilities: Ensures a secure and safe environment by maintaining a continued awareness of safety hazards and observation of the patient. 4)Never leaves assigned patient unattended, ensures that patient is continuously monitored before leaving room, i..e, breaks, end of shift, to accompany patient on transport. 1)Follows established policies and procedures for precautions, i.e., suicide, seizure, falls, elopement, restraining, provides restraint alternatives when appropriate; i.e., diversional activities. 2)Follows established policies and procedures for emergency plans and codes. 3)Accompanies assigned patient at all times, i.e., walks in the hallway to various ancillary departments, bathroom, shower, etc. Provides general patient care duties that are specific to the patient(s) served as directed by the registered nurse. 1)Provides am or pm c...