Care Companion - Remote/On Site - Guthrie Pulse Center - Per Diem

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  • Guthrie
Job Summary
Location
Big Flats ,NY 14814
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
14 Nov 2024
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Job Description

Position Summary:nnProvides remote, observational support for patients utilizing Remote Sitter camera monitoring. Works with other members of the patient care team to promote patient safety. Demonstrates appropriate communication skills and interactions with patients, visitors, and other members of the patient care team. Assists with the organization and completion of simple projects under the supervision of a nurse manager.nnEducation, License & Cert:nnHigh School education or GED required. Must be comfortable using computers and learning new technology.nnExperience:nnCare Companion or Sitter experience preferred, but not required. Professional communication and teamwork required.nnEssential Functions:nnPerform remote observation of patient(s).nnAlert the patient care team of patient behavior which could lead to injury.nnMaintain documentation of patient activity, behavior, and response to redirection attempts, as needed.nnCommunicate with patient(s) redirection tactics to decrease potential patient safety events.nnCommunicate patient’s needs to patient care team.nnMaintain and respect the patient's privacy and dignity.nnDemonstrate compassionate communication techniques that promote a calm and relaxed environment for the patient(s).nnMaintains patient privacy as per HIPAA guidelines.nnDemonstrate adherence to Guthrie values of Patient Centeredness, Teamwork, and Excellence.nnPerform other duties, as assigned.nnOther Duties:nnParticipates in performance improvement activities to enhance service and patient care.nnFollows Robert Packer Hospital and Department of Nursing policies and procedures during emergent situations.nnSeeks supervision and guidance when appropriate.nnI understand that this description is not intended to be all inclusive and that other responsibilities may be assigned as necessary in getting the work done.nnPay Renge $16.00-$22.37/hrnnJoining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.nnThe Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.nnThe Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.