Care Companion - Float Pool Job Listing at Mercy in St. Louis, MO (Job ID JR2501042)

Description

Find your calling at Mercy! Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the Care Companion plays a vital role in supporting patient care and ensuring a safe, clean, and comfortable environment. This position requires continuous observation, compassionate assistance with daily needs, and clear communication with the care team. Position Details: ??? Care Companion

• Pay Rate: $15/hour

• Minimum of 12 hours per month
• Flexible self-scheduling ????️
• Shift options: 4, 8, or 12 hours ⏱️
• Rotating weekends and holidays required

• On-site: Mondays, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  or self-paced e-learning ????
• Additional 4-hour in-person orientation after start date

??? Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily needs such as transporting, ambulating, toileting, and meal ordering
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment
• Provide continuous visual observation of assigned patient(s)
• Communicate patient behavior, needs, and safety concerns to the care team
• Support infection prevention and safety standards
• Follow direction from nursing staff in care-related activities

✅ Primary Duties

• Receive and understand patient handoff information (care needs, diagnosis, fall risk, communication barriers, etc.)
• Remain in the patient room to ensure constant observation (leave only as directed)
• Monitor and promptly report behavioral or condition changes
• Maintain a safe and orderly patient environment
• Escalate safety concerns immediately (e.g., behavioral changes, aggressive actions)
• Follow regulatory standards and facility policies
• Practice universal precautions consistently
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by RN, LPN, or leadership

• Follow policies related to safety, confidentiality, and patient rights
• Demonstrate strong infection prevention practices
• Support safety measures such as:
  • Fall prevention
  • Restraint monitoring
  • Patient identification
  • Suicide precautions
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability

• Ability to sit for extended periods while remaining alert and attentive ????
• Must maintain focus without distractions from personal activities

??? Important: Cell phone use is not permitted during shifts to ensure full attention to patient safety and care.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.