Safety Companion
Qualifications
Education
Minimum Level of Education Required:
Additional requirements:
§ Type of degree:
§ Area of study or major:
§ Preferred educational qualifications: N/A
§ Position specific testing requirement:
Licensure/Certification/Registration
STNA or
Experience
Minimum Level of Experience Required:
Prior job title or occupational experience:
Prior specific functional responsibilities:
Preferred experience:
Other experience requirements:
Knowledge/Skills
§ Must display good physical and emotional health and be capable of stooping
§ Must be self-directed with the ability to work with little direct supervision and have the maturity necessary for establishing and maintaining a good work relationship with the patient
§ Must have a sincere interest in and sympathetic attitude toward caring for the sick and disabled.
§ Must meet all agency personnel policies and have reliable transportation to and from the facility.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Physical Requirements:
Pulling |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Standing |
3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) |
Other sounds |
1 - Rarely (0% - 10%) |
Twisting |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Reaching |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Visual Acuity Near |
3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) |
Walking |
3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) |
Manual Dexterity |
3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) |
Visual Acuity Far |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Sitting |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Use both hands |
3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) |
Vision Color |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Pushing |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Talking |
3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) |
Concentrating |
3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) |
Climbing |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Lifting <10 pounds |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Interpersonal Skills |
4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) |
Stooping |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Lifting >10 pounds |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Reading |
4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) |
Kneeling |
2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) |
Normal hearing both ears |
3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) |
Thinking |
4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) |
Working Conditions:
1. General office environment.
2. Climate controlled environment.
3. May work some evenings and weekend hours to complete projects or meet the needs of the department.
4. May be required to work overtime as defined by the needs of the department.
Organizational Standards
§ Assists PCT and RN with care of the patient.
§ Demonstrates knowledge of skin care including prevention
§ Maintains accurate documentation in the Epic computer system.
§ Meets the safety needs of the patient and uses equipment safely and properly (i.e.
§ Follows all agency policies regarding infection control and employee safety.
§ Recognizes patient's needs and attends to their requests in a prompt and organized manner.
§ Maintains a neat and orderly patient environment.
§ Utilizes appropriate communication skills with the patient
§ Serves patient’s tray and assist with feeding if necessary. Removes food tray and reports amount eaten.
§ Completes accurate records and carries out all assignments as requested. Is responsible for maintaining minimum weekend on-call
§ Demonstrates respect for patient property and maintains patient confidentiality.
§ Observes basic elements of body functioning and reports changes to the RN.
§ Recognizes emergencies and demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures.
§ Performs only under the supervision of an RN who has provided written instruction for patient care (Care Plan). Participates in ongoing development of the Plan of Treatment.
§ May not receive orders from a physician.
§ Will not administer medications or pre-fill insulin syringes
§ May not perform any sterile procedures or perform any intravenous procedures.
§ May not perform procedures requiring the knowledge
§ Is not authorized to perform non-patient related work without prior authorization from supervisor.
Essential Duties & Functions
Essential Duties & Functions:
A Safety Companion must follow the rules and regulations of the facility. Interact with the patient
Other Duties & Functions: