Do You Have A Passion For Helping People??? Become A Patient Companion

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

A patient companion, also known as a hospital companion or sitter, provides extra support to patients who are elderly, disabled, or need compassionate supervision during their hospital stay. Their main responsibility is to ensure the patient's safety, while also meeting routine care needs.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide companionship and support as assigned, following all Cayuga Medical Center guidelines.

• Respect patient privacy and dignity by introducing yourself by name and position and addressing patients appropriately.

• Maintain patient confidentiality, discussing patient information only with authorized individuals.

• Display professional behavior at all times, treating everyone with courtesy and maintaining a suitable appearance, including wearing a name badge.

• Communicate effectively with the nursing staff, obtaining verbal instructions regarding diagnosis, patient care needs, and special considerations.

• Position yourself in the patient's room according to the care plan and never leave the patient alone unless instructed by the nurse.

• Follow nurse's instructions for safe ambulation and redirection of the patient, including permissible locations outside the patient room.

Required Skills and Experience:

• HS Diploma or equivalent experience

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Prior experience in a hospital setting

Location and Shift Requirements:

• Onsite at our Main Campus

• Per Diem - As Scheduled

Pay Range Disclosure:

• $16.00 to $17.00 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.

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