Patient Care Companion - Behavioral Health 1.0 2nd Shift

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Base: $18.85 - $28.30 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Maintain continuous patient observation
Follow suicide and seizure precautions
Assist with activities of daily living
** The Patient Care Companion position at Advocate Health involves providing support and care for behavioral health patients, ensuring their safety and comfort during their time at the hospital. The role requires strong communication skills, compassion, and the ability to assist with various patient care tasks, while working full-time on the 2nd shift. **

Job Summary

  • The role ensures a secure environment by maintaining continuous observation of patients to prevent safety hazards like elopement or self-harm.
  • Employees provide essential personal care duties including bed baths, toileting assistance, and feeding while strictly following infection control policies.
  • Advocate Health offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Patient Care Companion position at Advocate Health involves providing support and care for behavioral health patients, ensuring their safety and comfort during their time at the hospital. The role requires strong communication skills, compassion, and the ability to assist with various patient care tasks, while working full-time on the 2nd shift. **

Salary

Base: $18.85 - $28.30 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintain continuous patient observation
  • Follow suicide and seizure precautions
  • Assist with activities of daily living
  • Monitor intake and output accurately
  • Respond to emergency situations

Nice-to-have

  • Highly compassionate interpersonal skills
  • Positive communication with families
  • Awareness of specific age group needs
  • Team collaboration in fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Current CPR certification required
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance

Work Rights

Not specified

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