Cleveland Clinic·Mayfield Heights, Ohio
Provide compassionate direct and indirect patient care, including monitoring vital signs and ensuring patient safety. Assist clinical staff in coordinating treatment plans and reporting changes in patient status to RNs or physicians.
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Job Title PRN Patient Companion Location Mayfield Hts Facility Hillcrest Hospital Department Med/Surg 3Rd Floor West-Hillcrest Hospital Job Code G08006 Shift Variable Schedule 6:30am-7:00pm/6:30pm-7:00am Job Summary Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best.
Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice.
Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career.
Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital’s 3 West Tower – General Surgery/GYN/Breast/GYN Oncology Surgery unit is a 46-bed unit that delivers a range of patient services, including general surgery, gynecology, breast, gynecology oncology surgery, pancreatic/liver surgery and urology surgeries.
Our clinical specialties include, but are not limited to congestive heart failure (CHF), medical/surgical, genitourinary disease, general surgery, cancer, hospice care and gynecological services.
Our patient population consists of adults and geriatric adults requiring medical, surgical and telemetry nursing care on an inpatient and observation basis As Patient Companion, you will help facilitate this mission by providing compassionate and top-quality care.
In this role, you will assist RNs, physicians, dietitians and other staff in coordinating and fulfilling treatment plans.
You will also find a culture that encourages professional growth, educational development and career success.
A caregiver in this position works PRN (as needed) varying shifts.
Working 48 hours per 6-week schedule will be required.
A caregiver who excels in this role will: Assist with direct and indirect patient care for one to two patients, such as rooming and taking vital signs, weight and pulse oximetry.
Assure patient safety by ensuring that catheters, tubes or other medical equipment have not been removed or disconnected.
Accompany and assist patients at all times, including transport, tests, transfers and ambulation.
Identify and report changes in patient status to an RN or physician.
Initiate CPR and other emergency measures as required.
Complete all documentation and provide hand-off communication to caregivers responsible for the patient.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: High School Diploma or GED Heartsaver Level of Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within three months of hire Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Knowledge and understanding of basic patient care activities, such as basic hygiene, skin care and vital signs Physical Requirements: Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good eye-hand coordination; involves extensive standing and walking.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment.
All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program.
You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
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Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
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What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries.
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Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation.
Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States.
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News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey.
Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties.
Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and BLS certification through AHA or American Red Cross. Candidates should be physically capable of lifting patients and standing for extended periods.
Market context
PRN Patient Companion roles in Ohio are often needed in hospitals and behavioral health settings to support patient safety and observation. These openings can be competitive because employers look for reliable availability, a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS certification through AHA or the American Red Cross, and the physical ability to lift patients and stand for long periods. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your certification status before applying.
