Mobility Aide - Heart & Vascular

The Heart & Vascular Unit (7HVU) is a 49 private bed unit. It is considered a specialty medical/surgical unit that is fast paced and will provide growth in professional knowledge and expertise in the care delivery of our cardiovascular patients.  The staff will care for specialty patients such as stable heart and lung transplants and Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs).  The Cardiac Vascular Unit is a sister unit to the Cardiac Care Unit.

Part-Time | .6 FTE | Days

Weekends Preferably

Perform basic patient care functions that assist with individualized patient mobility activities as directed by licensed nurse, physical therapist, and/or occupational therapist personnel.

• Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of use of patient care equipment/supplies preferred.
• Appropriate knowledge of good body mechanics preferred.

• Knowledge of computer data entry and word processing preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred. 
• Ability to work at a fast pace preferred.

• Ability to communicate effectively preferred.

•Ability to work in a team environment preferred.
• Ability to manage and interact with patients and families of all age groups preferred.
• Ability to deal with difficult or challenging customer interactions and escalate to management as appropriate preferred.