Patient Mobility Specialist (Transport Assistance) at UnityPoint Health

Rock Island, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Mobility, Ambulation Assistance, Transfers, Repositioning, Safety Promotion, Education, Documentation, Lift Equipment, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Prioritization, Vital Signs Measurement, Specimen Collection, Nutritional Measures, Hygiene Care, Activity Measures

Industry

Description

Overview Day Shift 0645-1515 Fr-Sat-Sun 24 hours/week or Day Shift 0645-1515 working 16 hours/week Patient Mobility Specialist works under under the direction of the Manager, Clinical resource Team, Coordinator of Safe Patient Handling, and Supervisors. Ensures patients are appropriately mobilized by assisting staff with ambulation, transfers and repositioning patients. Promotes employee and patient safety and mobility by assisting, modeling and educating staff and physicians on the appropriate method and manner of patient positioning and ambulation using proper lift equipment and technique. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Contributes toward accomplishment of patient’s Plan of Care goals by providing care activities as assigned by the nurse. Demonstrates competence in the implementation/administration of age appropriate care in accordance with established Practice Guidelines, Policies/Procedures and State/Federal Law in regards to hygiene, nutritional, elimination, and activity measures as well as non-sterile/non-invasive procedures, oxygen setup, simple dressings, traction set-up, blood glucose testing, measuring and recording vital signs and non-sterile specimen collection. Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient’s care. Under the supervision of the Education Department, provides lift equipment information, assistance and education to staff and physicians on using the appropriate equipment in the appropriate manner to promote employee and patient safety and mobility. Will also monitor and collect data regarding the use of the equipment and ensure that lift program procedures are being followed. Qualifications Must be able to read, write and follow written and oral instruction. Must have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with patients and staff. Must be able to set priorities and react rationally to situations in patient care settings. Must be able to problem solve independently. Must be proficient in the use of all lift equipment and the requirements of such. Must understand PAR levels and the supply process on each unit. Must be able to work varied hours to ensure all staff receives the necessary education and support. Successful completion and documentation of one of the following: a. Certified Nursing Assistant as listed on Healthcare worker registry. b. Completion of the Transfer Mobility Coach training LICENSES, REGISTRATION & CERTIFICATION: CPR Certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of start. *Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.

Responsibilities

The Patient Mobility Specialist assists staff with patient mobilization, ensuring safe ambulation, transfers, and repositioning. They also provide education on proper lift equipment usage and monitor compliance with safety procedures.