Chillicothe
part-time
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The Patient Companion observes assigned patients while maintaining a continuous safe and therapeutic environment. The role of the patient companion is to provide continual direct observation at the bedside to ensure safety from falls and/or risk of injury to self or others. This individual will monitor the patient’s verbal and behavioral expressions related to any idea or intention of hurting oneself or others, thoughts of leaving without physician’s permission or to promote the safety of a patient while hospitalized. The Patient Companion has access to confidential patient information and works under the direct supervision of an RN and functions under the indirect supervision of the Director of Critical Care and Psychiatric Services.
Required Certifications: CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. successful completion of CPI (Crisis
Prevention Institute) certification course prior to working as a patient
companion. Code Violet training Biannually
Preferred Certifications, CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Preferred Education: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Experience: 1-2 year's of experience in healthcare
At Adena, we know the health of our communities depends on the strength of our teams. That’s why we seek the area’s best talent to share in our vision: To be our region’s most trusted partner for healthcare. We are connected by our compassion, integrity, and excellence in caring for those closest to us, our friends, family and neighbors. This is what sets us apart, and what makes working for Adena a rewarding career choice.
Adena offers highly competitive compensation and a wide range of employee benefits. We think of our co-workers as family and celebrate their dedication throughout the year with recognition and special events such as Caregiver Appreciation Days. When you join us, you join more than 4,100 of Ohio's finest physicians, caregivers and volunteers.
Adena Health System is an independent, not-for-profit and locally controlled health care organization serving the needs of people in nine counties throughout south central and southern Ohio. Adena provides specialty services typically found in larger markets: cancer, heart, orthopedics, pediatrics, women’s health and more. Based in Chillicothe, OH, Adena Health System, driven by a mission of being called to serve our communities, includes four hospitals, six regional clinics and multiple primary care, specialty clinics and urgent care locations.
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