Patient Observation Assistant / Patient Sitter

About Us:

TouchPoint Support Services, a sector of Compass Group, provides integrated food, nutrition, environmental, and support services to acute care hospitals and senior living communities across the country. Our team is proud to be part of a sector of Compass Group, a leading food service and support services company who is continuously recognized.

SCHEDULE -

• AM - 7:00 AM - 3:3PM
• PM - 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
• Over night - 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM

REQUIREMENT -

• Positions at this location require a COVID-19 vaccination. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this account will be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.
• High School Diploma - We will train!

Summary: Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patient's condition and behavior at all times.
• Completes observation reports at established interval.
• Takes initiative in compassionately rendering service or responding to needs. Interacts hospitably, cheerfully and supportively with staff, patients, visitors and work colleagues.
• Remains at the bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors.
• Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
• Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment is safe; reports any safety hazards to the charge nurse. Removes visible hazards and reports as appropriate.
• Assists in calming and/or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Assists with keeping patient's room safe and orderly.
• Accompanies patient when diagnostic testing is required.
• Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance, control, or other nursing interventions, or exhibits unusual behavior or verbalizations. Immediately reports any potentially dangerous behavior or concerning conversations to the nurse.
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment. Arranges coverage around meal break times with nurse and informs nurse prior to leaving patient for any reason.
• Assists patient with ordering dietary tray and setting up of patient's meal tray; assists with basic positioning of patient; assists with patient wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe by assigned staff nurse.
• Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, etc.
• Accepts suggestions and direction from supervisors and hospital staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures. Honors department's attendance, break, behavior, dress, personal hygiene, and safety codes.
• Honors all confidentiality and other regulatory requirements.
• Accepts and absorbs department and hospital education program.
• Assists other associates as necessary. Responds to direction as provided.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• If I am offered a position for this account, I understand and acknowledge that I will be asked about my COVID-19 vaccination status and/or willingness to receive the vaccine, and that my vaccination status must meet minimum Company or Client requirements. The Company will consider all religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions in determining whether my vaccination status meets these requirements.
• Per role expectations, you may have the possibility of having to sit with a positive COVID19 patient, are you comfortable with this?
• Per job requirement, will you have a copy of HS Diploma/transcripts or equivalent to provide proof upon hire?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location