63400 - Acute Medicine Unit - Patient Mobility Specialist - LPN, Proficient 2 Inpt
About The Position
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. The LPN, Proficient, Inpatient, under the direction of the Nurse Manager or designee and the co-assigned Registered Nurse, is accountable for provision of direct care to assigned patients. The LPN, Proficient, Inpatient contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system. The LPN, Proficient, Inpatient works as a team member and assists other staff members with implementing patient care. Become part of a dynamic, collaborative care team responsible for medical patients, patient and staff satisfaction is a priority. The Patient Mobility Specialist under the direction of a registered nurse facilitates patient mobility and ambulation by (1) walking patients (2) transferring patients bed to chair (3) repositioning patients (4) performing range of motion. The Mobility Specialist utilizes patient handling equipment, transfer devices, and protective equipment in accordance with guidelines and vendor specification. Current med/surg experience. Demonstrates problem solving and good communication skills. Ability to be creative and work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
Requirements
- Requires a diploma from an accredited LPN Nursing Program
- active New York State LPN license in good standing
- Current med/surg experience
- Demonstrates problem solving and good communication skills
- Ability to be creative and work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment
Responsibilities
- facilitates patient mobility and ambulation by (1) walking patients (2) transferring patients bed to chair (3) repositioning patients (4) performing range of motion
- utilizes patient handling equipment, transfer devices, and protective equipment in accordance with guidelines and vendor specification
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
