Safety Companion
Full time - Evening
Glen Burnie, Maryland

We are seeking Safety Companions to work at The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center.

The Power of Caring

Join our talented team of Clinical Professionals and experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021!

General Summary
The Safety Companion’s primary role is to supplement the nursing staff by providing observational skills to selected patients who are deemed a safety risk to self or others. This role may be performed via direct observation or via the use of audio/visual devices. The Safety Companion will provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients to maintain patient safety. Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in risky and harmful behaviors. Summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance via appropriate communication tools phone, or STAT Alert Alarm (if audio/visual devise in use). Knowledgeable and supportive of patient and Institutional confidentiality and related hospital policies.

As an Employee at UM BWMC, you will experience:

• An organization that supports recognizes and invests in their nurses.
• An environment of excellence focused on quality and inter-professional collaboration.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage – Tax-Free Savings Plans, Tuition Reimbursement and more!
• Work Life Balance: You will accrue annual leave; we offer dependent care reimbursement, short/long term disability and an employee assistance program.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and write required.
• Successful completion of Hospital Training Program required. BLS required.