Full-Time Companion (7a-3p)

Saint Joseph Villa•Springfield Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Companion is responsible for providing companion to Sisters who are going to doctors’ appointments, emergency room or tests in the Convent and SNF. This position when not out on appointments will provide support to SNF and Convent Sisters as needed within the scope of practice and assigned where most needed. Companion for SNF Sisters cannot provide care services unless the Companion is a certified nursing assistant. The companion can provide care services in the Convent as long as they have been trained.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency
Valid PA Driver’s License
Experience working with older adults.
Ability to support Sister’s needs.
Ability to communicate with healthcare professionals.
Ability to collaborate with other Partners in Mission

Nice To Haves

C.N.A. preferred

Responsibilities

Accompany Sisters to doctor appointments, the hospital, and emergency room as directed by the Nurse Liaison or Nursing Supervisor and remain with them until they return, are relieved by another companion, or Sister is admitted and settled in a room.
Complete Communication log for each companion transport.
Prior to going to hospital verify which ER the Sister was being transported to.
Assist with transporting the Sister back to the Villa upon discharge.
Provide emotional support and comfort while accompanying Sisters.
Assist Sisters while in the ER to call a nurse for assistance.
Keep track of hearing aids, dentures, and glasses while with the sister in the ER or appointments.
Refer medical personnel at the ER or hospital to contact the Nurse Liaison or shift supervisor regarding Sister’s transfers, admissions, or changes in condition.
Assist Sisters in the Convent with walking and transfers.
Provide companionship or assistance to Sisters at the Villa as instructed.
Answer call lights and respond to Sisters’ request within the scope of their position.
Provide companionship at end-of-life as requested.
Maintain confidentiality.
Report all concerns made by the Sister to the Nurse assigned to their care.
Escort Sisters as needed.
Assist with resident’s personal laundry as assigned.
Report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the nurse immediately.
Follow established isolation precautions and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Nurse Liaison or Shift Supervisor, as needed.