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Summary:
Patient Safety Companions will provide close observation and constant monitoring of patients with changes in physical or mental status under the supervision of the registered nurse upon receipt of a physician order. The patient safety companion performs all duties necessary to provide transportation of patients and equipment needed within the hospital to support optimum safe and efficient patient care. The hospital patient safety companion will seek to provide the highest quality care while demonstrating respectfor the dignity of each patient consistent with the hospital's philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures of the nursing department. Population served based on scope of services in the department.
Responsibilities:
1. Assists in the delivery of patient care as a nursing team member by performing tasks as directed by the nurse for patients who require close observation.
2. Assists in always maintaining patient safety. Adheres to hospital po...