The Pt Safety 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 – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)Education. N/ A - Work Experience. Recent experience in a healthcare environment, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred)Training. None. Language. None. Patient Population. The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also, select the age of the patient population served: 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)Working Conditions. Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. - May be required to use physical restraints. May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. - May have periods of constant interruptions. Prolonged periods of working alone. Other: Ability to work over time as required. - Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements. Physical Demands. Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X Stoop, Kneel X Crawling X Climbing X Balance X Bending X Work Position. Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Sitting X Walking X Standing X Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards. Physical Requirements - Select if a physical requirement for this job. Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift work. Maneuver weight of patients. Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings. Reach above shoulder. Repetitive arm/hand movements. Finger Dexterity. Color Vision. Acuity – far. Acuity – near Hazards. 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. 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.