• Job Description

  Req#: R257198

  Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

  Scheduled Weekly Hours:

  24

  Work Shift:

  Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

  Mercy Health Clermont Hospital

  Care Companion

  Part Time Days/Afternoons

  24hrs/Week

  Job Summary:

  A Care Companion provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. As part of our team, the Care Companion is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs as well as assisting patients with basic needs like feeding and grooming.

  Essential 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.

  Education:

  • None

  Licensure/Certification:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from the approved source prior to direct patient care)

  Experience:

  • Recent experience in a healthcare environment (preferred, not required)

  Skills & Abilities:

  • Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
  • Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment

  Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

  As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

  What we offer
  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

  Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
  

  Department:

  Nurse Float Pool - Clermont

  It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll 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 Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com . 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 recruitment@mercy.com .

• About the company

  Mercy Health, formerly Catholic Health Partners, is a Catholic health care system with locations in Ohio and Kentucky.

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