Employment Type:Full timeShift:

Description:

Other Job Titles: Patient Sitter

Department: Nursing Resource Pool/Float Pool

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor

Minimum rate of pay: $15.40 PLUS Daily PAY

Position Purpose:

Nursing Resource Pool:

Patient companions (sitters, attendants) perform specific patient care activities as assigned by the patient's RN considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs.

·         Setting up food tray, assist with eating

·         Assisting patient with basic hygiene needs (bathing, brushing teeth)

·         Offering fluids

·         Accompanying patient on walks

·         Assisting patient to bathroom or chair

·         Providing Diversionary activities

·         Replacing nasal cannula

·         Re-applying intermittent compression devises (ICDs or SCDs)

Patient Companions will remain with, and observe the assigned patient at all times.  Patient must be in direct observation.  Companions will arrange meal and break time with the patient's nurse to ensure that the patient is never unattended.

Shifts Available: 7 am-3:30pm; 3pm-11:30pm, 11 pm-7:30am

Status Available: Full-time, Part-time

Every Other Weekend and Holiday per year required for Full-time and Part-time team members.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / LICENSURE

·         Education: High school diploma and CPR or BLS Certification

·         Experience: Able to maintain professionalism and self-control in difficult or stressful conditions.

Total Rewards and Benefits:

Competitive compensation, DAILY PAYBenefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-  term DisabilityRetirement savings plan with employer match and contributionsOpportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity HealthTuition Reimbursement

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.