mobility assistant

TMH The Miriam Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Miriam Hospital seeks a Mobility Assistant to support patient mobility from admission to discharge under the supervision of an RN, in collaboration with Brown University Health Rehabilitation Services.

The role emphasizes age-appropriate care, safety, and adherence to hospital policies to ensure compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred; mobility-related experience considered.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobility interventions: bed mobility, transfers, ambulation with/without devices.
• Assist with activities of daily living focused on mobility independence (ambulation, positioning, dressing, toileting).
• Ensure correct fitting of mobility assistive devices.
• Progress patient mobility toward mobility goals and communicate with RN.
• Report observations and any abnormal signs promptly to the RN.
• Maintain a safe patient environment and follow infection control policies.
• Assist with collection of baseline data and ongoing assessment per care plan; support nursing process.

Skills

BLS Certification

CNA preferred

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary The Mobility Assistant functions under the supervision of the Staff Registered Nurse (RN), in collaboration with Brown University Health Rehabilitation Services (LRS), and within Hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age-specific needs of the patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors, which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus Collaborate

Responsibilities

Principal Duties and Responsibilities To be successful at Brown University Health, all employees commit to sharing our mission of "Delivering health with care" and successfully practicing our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another. Employees are also responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

• Provides mobility interventions including safe bed mobility, transfers to and from bed and chair/commode, and ambulation with or without an assistive device.
• Assists with activities of daily living (ADLs) with a focus on mobility independence, including: Ambulation Positioning Dressing Toileting
• Ensures accurate fitting of assistive devices for mobility.
• Progresses individual patient mobility to achieve the Johns Hopkins Highest Level of Mobility (JH-HLM) Goal of the Day.
• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible RN.
• Immediately reports patient complaints and observations, including, but not limited to: Abnormal vital signs Fever Chills Shortness of breath Chest pain Bleeding Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea
• Maintains a safe patient environment.
• Complies with infection control practices in accordance with established Hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Performs basic patient care skills, such as vital sign reading and recording, under the direction of the RN.
• Performs all essential functions with consideration of the age-specific needs of geriatric, adult, and adolescent patients.
• Maintains education and competencies within the Departments of Nursing and LRS as directed by the supervisor.
• Assists with all aspects of the nursing process including, but not limited to: Assisting with collection of baseline and ongoing assessment data Following the management plan Monitoring the patient response to mobility interventions Provides and/or reinforces patient instruction regarding: Safe mobility Gait sequencing Weight-bearing status, as appropriate
• Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations, including CPR.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Knowledge High school graduate or General Equivalent Diploma (GED). Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) with Healthcare Provider designation. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred; healthcare-focused student or equivalent experience and/or education in patient mobility considered. Ability to read, write, and speak English. Ability to perform basic computer skills. Ability to identify and report unsafe situations to the Staff Nurse. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of: Aging processes Human development stages Cultural patterns Each step of the care process Experience Experience and/or education in patient mobility recommended. Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with: Patients Visitors Physicians Hospital staff at all levels Reading and mathematical abilities necessary to: Complete documentation Operate monitoring equipment Maintain an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety Work Environment and Physical Requirements Healthcare environment such as: Acute care hospitals Physicians' offices Ancillary healthcare enterprises Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized or nullified by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions, including the use of safety equipment and protective clothing. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Healthcare environment such as: Acute care hospitals Physicians' offices Ancillary healthcare enterprises Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized or nullified by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions, including the use of safety equipment and protective clothing. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement

EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type: mon- friday flexible hours Work Shift: Day Daily Hours: 8 hours Driving Required: No As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day.

Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children'; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation's first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state's largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island.

Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself.

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