Submitted by Gary Pearson, OT/DOR, Pointe Meadows, Lehi, UT
Here at Pointe Meadows, we had some wonderful students this past summer, including three physical therapy students from the University of St. Augustine. The students are Zachary Dreyer, Austin Jenson and Antonino Russo. In collaboration with these three students we made a Transfer Reference Guide, which is an easy-to-follow pamphlet with hints and tips on multiple techniques for transfers and other precautions related to weight-bearing and gait belt use. Also included are QR codes with links to videos on specific transfer techniques and bed mobility.
As DOR, I have incorporated this pamphlet into my portion of new-hire orientation utilizing the information to guide my transfer training for all new employees with the onboarding process. It has also been presented at two all-staff meetings and a nursing/CNA specific training.
As we are working hard on retention and showing our wonderful staff support in these hard times, our therapy department is attempting to provide expertise in training to all staff in our building. We are trying to support our clinical partners in any way possible and have had good feedback from staff on improved confidence and understanding with the process of transfers throughout our building.
Please let me know if you have any questions or would like more information. I feel this is a way our therapy teams can support our nursing and CNA partners in our buildings.