ED Behavioral Health Zone C- Patient Care Partner- 24hr
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Job Description
Connecticut Children’s is committed to providing a safe environment for patients, visitors and employees. The Patient Care Partner promotes the safety, health and comfort of patients, families and staff as related to the care of behavioral health/ psychiatry patients in the hospital.
The Patient Care Partner may be assigned to Emergency Department or inpatient units to meet the unique needs of this population of patients. The Patient Care Partner is a staff member who has been trained to visually monitor a patient and provide direct patient contact or care. The Patient Care Partner may be assigned to the
following patients:
- Homicide attempt
- Positive screen with suicide assessment or suicide attempt
- Violent behavior towards self or others
- Elopement/ wander risk
- Fall risk
- Confused mental state/ cognitive impairment
- Patients with eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia)
Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states.
Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home.
Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.
Key Responsibilities
The Patient Care Partner visually monitors and provides direct care to behavioral health and psychiatry patients to ensure their safety and comfort. Responsibilities include managing patients with risks such as suicide, violence, elopement, or cognitive impairment in the Emergency Department or inpatient units.
Requirements
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and obtain BLS/CPR and Crisis Intervention certifications shortly after hire. Required skills include basic medical terminology, effective communication in English, and the ability to manage aggressive behavior.
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 18.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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