Emergency Room Companion - On Call The Adrian Dominican Sisters are seeking on call Emergency Room Companions to join our Pastoral Care team who provide support services to the Sisters in the Dominican Life Center, which is a Continuum of Care Retirement Community located on the Motherhouse campus in Adrian, Michigan.
What you will do in this role : The Emergency Room Companion escorts Sisters to the ER after hours when needed. The companion is on call from 5:00pm to 8:30am Monday through Sunday every other week to respond to emergency room visits. Companions provide transportation and companionship to Sisters during emergency room stays. They communicate with the staff on campus as necessary. Fleet vehicles are provided.
Hours : On call, every other week, Mon. - Sun., 5:00pm - 8:30am. Requires on-call availability and some weekend and holiday work.
Pay : 250.00 weekly flat rate for on call weeks plus additional 15.94 hourly rate for being called in.
Responsibilities :
Escort Sisters to Emergency Room or meet the ambulance there to stay with Sister until hospital admittance or return home. Provide companionship and comfort at all times during ER stay. Driving vehicles during the day and night in all weather conditions. Accompanies Sisters who are transferred from one ER to another. Communicates professionally with Adrian Dominican Sisters staff via phone or text regarding Sisters' conditions. Responds appropriately to safety hazards and/or emergencies following written campus procedures. Complies with all safety policies and procedures for health and safety of Sisters and co-workers while performing duties. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications : Education : High School Diploma
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Well developed communication and listening skills. Experience with, and ability to be present, supportive and compassionate to all Sisters, especially those living with dementia and memory loss. Emotionally and spiritually mature. Must be able to exercise patience and empathy. Must be comfortable in a medical setting and experience with medical terminology is preferred. Nursing Assistant experience a plus. Must have a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and be able to drive when necessary. Must be able to respond to calls and arrive on the ADS campus within 30 minutes. Physical Qualifications : Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Be able to assist Sisters in and out of fleet vehicles and buildings as necessary. Be sighted and able to hear well. Be able to lift as least 45 pounds. Must be capable and comfortable driving at night. Annual influenza vaccination is required for this position.
Why choose us? Our work place is an amazing and safe home-like atmosphere where you will truly feel like a valued part of the team . Our Management is supportive and thoughtful and will help you develop professionally. Our campus is a unique environment that you will enjoy with beautiful historic buildings, garden and permaculture areas, walking paths and beautiful grounds to explore on your breaks, an exercise and gym space, art gallery and meditation space, and break rooms with food and drinks to purchase. We celebrate every chance we get!.... Halloween costume contests, yearly employee recognition parties/cook outs, spirit week, bake sales, chili cook offs, employee and Sister craft shows, fall family festivals, Christmas celebrations and that is just to name a few! Getting to know the Sisters is the best part! The Sisters are truly amazing to work for and treat us like family! Job Posted by ApplicantPro
