Constant Attendant All Shifts , Patient Staffing

Position: Constant Attendant, Full Time, 40 hours, All Shifts Available, Patient Staffing

Location: Putnam, CT

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# of Openings: 7

Job Overview: Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Constant Attendant for Patient Staffing Department as a Full Time job, 40 hours, All Shifts Available, in Putnam, CT.

• Earned Time Off - including personal time & holidays
• Sick Time
• Educational / Loan Reimbursement– up to $5,000 per fiscal year for full-time (36-40 hours) employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year for part-time (20-35 hours)
• Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
• Shift Differentials – Additional pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts (where applicable)
• Career Pathways – internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pharmacy Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
• Life Insurance – Basic and supplemental coverage options
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Perks – Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events, Weekly Pay

As the Constant Attendant, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for:

• Although the name of the position is Constant Attendant (CA), the position has two distinct types of observation.
• As a CA, the observation of patients is less strict and could mean observing more than one patient.
• As a 1:1, this type of observation is strict and requires remaining with the patient at all times at an arm’s length. Patients on 1:1 observation are on suicide precautions or restrained for behavioral management.
• The expectation is to work 4 (four) shifts per month.
• Remain alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
• Assist the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
• Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.

• Keep patient within an arm’s length at all times, even when patient is bathing and toileting.
• Remain alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
• Assist the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
• Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience preferred, but not required.

• Meets the physical demands of position.
• Demonstrates ability to cope with and function under stress.
• Trained in non-violent crisis intervention.

Day Kimball Health is an Affidavitary Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.