Position Summary :

Assists with mobility of patients; consisting of transfers out of bed and walking in room and in hallways.

Responsibilities

• Receives assignment from nursing or therapy designee.
• Performs assigned mobility tasks with proper body mechanics and safe technique.
• Completes documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates effectively with patients and other staff.
• Remains focused on assisting patients with transfers and mobilization; may include toileting patients.
• Assists with educating other hospital staff with proper transfer techniques as well as using the hospital lifting equipment to prevent staff and patient injury.
• Demonstrates ongoing competency in use of proper transfers and use of lifting equipment.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education :

Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.

Minimum Experience : None

None

Licensure Requirement :

CPR required.

Last updated : 2024-03-25