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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Patient Companion - Be a Vital Part of Our Care Team! (Full-Time)

Are you a compassionate and vigilant individual seeking to provide crucial support to patients in a healthcare setting? We're looking for a dedicated Full-Time Patient Companion to help ensure the safety and well-being of our patients.

In this essential role, you will:

+ **Provide Direct Patient Safety:** Specifically monitor patients who may be confused, impulsive, at risk for injury, or require close observation.

+ **Support Under RN Direction:** Work closely with a Registered Nurse to create a safe and therapeutic environment.

+ **Deliver Compassionate Care:** Offer companionship and emotional support, contributing to the spiritual, physiological, social, and psychological well-being of patients.

+ **Documentation & Communication:** Accurately document observations and communicate effectively with clinical staff.

+ **Respond to Needs:** Set priorities for response and support clinical staff in emergency situations.

+ **Uphold Our Mission:** Contribute to the core values of CHI Health by fostering a collaborative and safe environment.

We're looking for someone who is:

+ **Observant & Responsible:** Able to closely monitor patients and respond appropriately.

+ **Empathetic & Supportive:** Provides comfort and a positive presence.

+ **A Team Player:** Works collaboratively with nurses and other staff.

+ **Committed to Safety:** Prioritizes patient well-being above all.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

+ BLS certification required within 14 days of employment.

+ Mandatory Adult/Child Abuse Reporting (APS-IA & NE) within 6 months of employment.

If you're ready to make a significant difference in patient safety and well-being as part of a supportive team, apply today!

Where You'll Work

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

Pay Range

$15 - $19.81/hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.