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Patient Companion
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Pendleton, OR, 97801
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 19.25-22.28 HOUR
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Are you keenly observant, highly responsible, and committed to patient safety? Join us to provide vigilant care for high-risk patients through in-person or camera/monitor technology!
You'll be instrumental in preventing adverse events, maintaining focus, and communicating critical information.
You will:
- Continuous Observation: Maintain constant, visible contact with assigned patients (in-person or via streaming video). Observe for physical, emotional, mental changes; signs of deterioration, agitation, impulsiveness, unassisted movement, line/tube interference, vomiting with masks.
- Critical Communication: Promptly communicate all patient requests and reported changes to staff; escalate as necessary per protocol.
- Environment & Activities: Maintain a clean, safe environment; provide diversional activities as designated.
- Documentation: Accurately document observations and actions.
- Utensil Management: Document utensils into/out of patient rooms.
What You'll Bring:
- Exceptional Observation: Ability to identify subtle changes and maintain focus.
- Reliability & Judgment: Strong sense of duty; follows protocols; uses best judgment.
- Required Education and Experience: Any combination of related education and experience demonstrating job knowledge/abilities.
- Preferred Qualifications: Current Oregon CNA.
CHI St. Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed, licensed for 49, faith-based, acute care, level four trauma, critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton, Oregon area for more than 100 years. We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education. CHI St. Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients. The 103,000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms, 11 emergency rooms, 30 private patient rooms, and the latest medical equipment. St. Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible. St. Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021. CHI St. Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality, safety and service. To learn more go to www.sahpendleton.org
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Frequently asked questions
In Pendleton, OR, Patient Companions often engage in more personalized and community-focused care due to smaller hospital sizes like CHI St. Anthony. This contrasts with larger urban hospitals where roles may be more specialized. Local familiarity enhances patient safety and tailored observation in this close-knit healthcare environment.
While a current Oregon CNA certification is preferred for Patient Companion positions, many facilities value relevant education and hands-on experience equally. This flexibility supports candidates who demonstrate strong observation and judgment, key to patient safety, especially in acute care settings like CHI St. Anthony Hospital.
Emphasize keen observation abilities, reliability, and effective communication skills to promptly relay patient changes. Demonstrating experience with patient safety protocols and maintaining a clean environment aligns well with Catholic Health Initiatives' high standards for vigilant care and critical access hospitals.
Patient Companions at CHI St. Anthony maintain constant observation of high-risk patients, detect subtle health changes, and communicate effectively with medical staff. They also ensure safe environments, assist with diversional activities, and meticulously document observations, all crucial for supporting acute care and trauma readiness.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers faith-based, community-centered healthcare with a century-long presence in Pendleton. Their commitment to patient safety and wellness education creates a supportive atmosphere where Patient Companions can thrive within a well-equipped, quality-focused hospital environment.
Patient Companions contribute directly to CHI's mission by ensuring patient safety through vigilant monitoring and fostering a healing environment. Their role supports not just individual health but also strengthens community trust, aligning with CHI’s dedication to exceptional care and wellness education.
In Pendleton, Patient Companions typically earn between $13 to $18 per hour, reflecting regional cost of living and healthcare demand. This range is slightly below the national average due to the rural setting but is competitive within Oregon’s healthcare support roles, especially with benefits at CHI St. Anthony.
Pendleton’s smaller healthcare market means fewer openings but also less competition than larger cities. Highlighting local certifications like Oregon CNA and showcasing reliability in patient safety protocols can significantly boost your profile for Patient Companion roles.
In smaller hospitals, Patient Companions often juggle broader responsibilities, requiring adaptability and close collaboration with a tight-knit medical team. They must be vigilant across multiple patient needs, sometimes with fewer specialized resources, making observation and communication skills vital.
Being attuned to Pendleton’s community demographics enhances a Patient Companion’s ability to anticipate patient needs and communicate effectively. Cultural sensitivity and local knowledge foster trust, essential for patient safety and comfort in a faith-based, community-oriented hospital like CHI St. Anthony.