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UP Health System - Marquette

Patient Safety Companion PRN, Staffing Pool, Schedule as Needed

Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!

Where We Are: In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

Why Choose Us: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare And much more…

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the patient sitter provides constant observation of patients that have been identified as needing a higher level of observation due to safety concerns.

Reports to: Supervisor/ Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

EEO: □ 01 Officials and Managers □ 02 Professionals □ 03 Technicians □ 04 Sales Workers □ 05 Administrative Support Workers □ 06 Craft Workers □ 07 Operatives □ 08 Laborers and Helpers X 09 Service Workers

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Positions self in the patient room to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless relieved by another designated staff member or instructed to do so by the nurse, including when visitors are present. Drag Edit Delete

Maintains constant observation of the patient’s activity and behavior, and communicates regularly to the nurse. Receives direction from the RN regarding: what to report, to whom, and how. Drag Edit Delete

Contributes to and assists in maintaining a pleasant patient environment in a safe and orderly manner. Drag Edit Delete

Accurately and legibly records data collected and notifies RN of any untoward events (behavioral changes, violent behavior, etc). Drag Edit Delete

Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job. Drag Edit Delete

Transports patient only during emergency situations. May accompany nursing staff and remain within arm’s length of patient during non-emergency situations. Maintains observation of patient for any clinical tests or procedures off the unit.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent Drag Edit Delete

Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete

Required Skills Certifications: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP) (Preferred) Drag Edit Delete

Minimum Work Experience 1 year in health care setting (Preferred)

EEOC Statement: UP Health System – Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Job: *Nursing/Medical Assistant

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Title: Patient Safety Companion PRN, Staffing Pool

Location: Michigan-Marquette

Requisition ID: 7467-9358