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Summary: This position is responsible for assisting in ongoing patient mobility including bed mobility/repositioning, transfers, and ambulation of hospital inpatients identified as appropriate by the multidisciplinary team (Nursing and Physical Therapy) with the goal of improving/maintaining patient mobility to decrease deconditioning, risk of falls, pressure ulcers, extremity contractures and length of stay.

Requirements:

1. High school diploma or equivalent is required. 
2. One (1) year of direct patient care in the acute care setting is preferred. 
3. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required. 
4. Ability to effectively communicate and follow verbal and written instruction is required.   
5. Ability to learn and demonstrate competency in proper and safe patient handling including repositioning/bed mobility, transfer/lifting, 
and progressive ambulation using appropriate assistive devices as needed (cane, walker, crutches) is required. 
6.  Ability to learn and demonstrate competency in the safe and proper use of patient equipment (Blood pressure machines, pulse 
oximeters, restraints, gait belts, sequential compression devices, bed/chair alarms, and mechanical lifts) is required. 

Pay range $23.00 - $29.61

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.