Patient Companion - Waukesha Memorial Hospital Emergency Department - As Needed Job Listing at ProHealth Care in Waukesha, WI (Job ID EB69C460-8D89-4)

Description

We Are Hiring: Patient Companion - Waukesha Memorial Hospital Emergency Department - As Needed 

The Emergency Department is a fast pace, high acuity ED with 35 patient rooms. We are a Stroke Center, Chest Pain Accredited, and a Level 3 Trauma Center. The unit sees 40,000 plus patients annually (birth to end of life). In addition to providing emergency services to patients of all ages the department  supports victims of sexual abuse with specially trained sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE). The ED has about 80 staff members – Nurses, Techs, and HUCs.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the patient companion (sitter) provides constant observation of patients.  The sitter assists in providing a safe environment for the patient.  Verbal report from the RN includes information regarding the patient's identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory or language barriers, as well as any special considerations.  This role works directly with the patient in his/her hospital room or works at a central visual monitoring station to maintain constant visual observation of multiple patients. 

This position requires a person who possesses a calming yet professional demeanor and exhibits a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work productively under stress.  The position requires one to be flexible in their assignments and the ability to work with a variety of patient populations with a variety of medical and behavioral health conditions.

What you will need:

• High School diploma or 2 years equivalent work history
• The employee in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide a safe environment for patient with a wide variety of medical and mental health conditions.
• Must demonstrate the ability to communicate observed changes in behavior/activity to the nursing staff
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the software and computer systems required for the role.

ProHealth Care, one of the largest employers in Waukesha County, offers work that is challenging and rewarding. The organization is dedicated to providing the highest quality service to our patients and their families and treats each individual with respect – the way they should be treated. ProHealth Care supports a Just Culture, one that encourages an open learning environment and maintaining safe systems. We have high expectations for those who join our team of nearly 5,000 employees. In return, we offer exceptional career opportunities in a dynamic, health care system where the contributions of every team member are valued.

ProHealth Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment and values the perspectives of our people. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.