Patient Mobility Aide - Float - Full Time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In this role you will be:

• Assist patients/residents with mobility, including walking, repositioning, transfers, and use of mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, canes, gait belts, lifts).


• Support safe transfers between bed, chair, wheelchair, toilet, and other surfaces using proper body mechanics and approved techniques.


• Monitor and report changes in mobility, strength, balance, or pain to nursing staff.


• Encourage patient independence and participation in mobility activities as appropriate.


• Follow individualized care plans and mobility protocols established by nursing or therapy staff.


• Ensure mobility equipment is clean, properly maintained, and used correctly.


• Maintain a safe environment to reduce fall risks.


• Provide respectful, compassionate care while preserving patient dignity and privacy.


• Accurately document mobility assistance and observations per facility policy.


• Collaborate with nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare team members.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent


• EXPERIENCE:

• Experience assisting patients with mobility and transfers preferred.


• Knowledge of safe patient handling techniques and fall prevention.


• Ability to follow care plans and safety guidelines

• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
  
  
  
  • Two years of Nursing Assistant experience preferred or CNA certification (required).
  
  
  • BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire
  
  
  
  

Shifts:  Monday - Friday 9am - 530pm