At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

　　The Care Companion provides supportive patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.

　　Essential Job Functions

　　• Provides support to the patient including, but not limited to, care and comfort, personal care and hygiene, toileting, and mobility.

　　• Creates a safe environment for patients.

　　• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns.

　　• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors and all employees.

　　• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.

　　This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

　　Licensing/Certification

　　BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

　　Education

　　None

　　Work Experience

　　Recent experience in a healthcare environment, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred)

　　Training

　　None

　　Language

　　None

　　Skills

　　Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team

　　Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team

　　Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care)

　　Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmission-based precautions

　　Ability to work in a team

　　Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care

　　Compassionate, relationship-based approach in care activities

　　Accountability for completion of assigned tasks

　　Escalation of concerns via chain of command

　　Create and maintain safety environment

　　Advocacy and foreseeing safety issues

　　Working Conditions

　　Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

　　May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

　　May be required to use physical restraints

　　May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

　　May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids

　　May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials

　　May have periods of constant interruptions

　　Prolonged periods of working alone

　　Physical Requirements

　　Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%

　　Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 67-100%

　　Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%

　　Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%

　　Stoop/Kneel 34-66%

　　Crawling 1-33%

　　Climbing 1-33%

　　Balance 34-66%

　　Bending 67-100%

　　Sitting 34-66%

　　Walking 67-100%

　　Standing 67-100%

　　Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

　　Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

　　Perform shift work

　　Maneuver weight of patients

　　Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

　　Reach above shoulder

　　Repetitive arm/hand movements

　　Finger Dexterity

　　Color Vision

　　Acuity - far

　　Acuity - near

　　Depth perception

　　Use of latex products

　　Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

　　Exposure to moving mechanical parts

　　Exposure to dust/fumes

　　Exposure to potential electrical shock

　　Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

　　Exposure to high pitched noises

　　Gaseous risk exposure

　　Patient Population

　　Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

　　Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

　　Neonates (0-4 weeks)

　　Infant (1-12 months)

　　Pediatrics (1-12 years)

　　Adolescents (13-17 years)

　　Adults (18-64 years)

　　Geriatrics (65 years and older)

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

　　All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]