Mobility Assistant PRN
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Description
Provides assistance in safe patient transfers, mobility and exercise using approved
assistive devices, lifts and procedures under the supervision of nursing or therapy
staff.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensures patient safety by proper execution of mobility plan and standard procedures for each patient, as established by the care team, inclusive of appropriate equipment, method of patient transfer, mobility and exercise.Follows all standard operating procedures and protocols such as chain of command authorizations, nurse signoff, patient identification and patient confidentiality.Consistently follows universal precautions and department infection control procedures.Identifies patient conditions and status that may adversely affect mobility sessions. Documents patient status, progress and/or tolerance to mobility interaction on approved forms.Documents mobility per caresite guidelines (EHR or paper)Demonstrates competency in the use of safe patient handling and mobility technology, patient mobilization techniques, and proper body mechanics when using equipment or guiding patient activity.Provides safe mobility, with a goal of progressing to mobility three times/day, following the mobility team proceduresEnsures that patients are never left unattended during mobility sessions.Identifies environmental factors and potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff and takes appropriate action.
EDUCATION
Preferred: Enrolled in a pre-healthcare professional curriculum, RN, CNA, PT, OT, COTA or PTA program within a CTE high school medical pathway program or otherAbility to successfully complete the mobility assistant training program and receive sign-off on competencies/audited skills within 2 weeks of hire.Ability to complete BLS Certification within 2 weeks of hire
Experience
Preferred: History of working or volunteering in a customer service or patient facing role
Physical Requirements
Anticipated job posting close date
04/28/2024
Location
Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital
Work City
Billings
Work State
Montana
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$16.24 - $21.92
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
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Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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