Compassionate PRN Driver - Behavioral Health Transport

Creekside Behavioral Health; Preston Forest (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Creekside Behavioral Health in Kingsport, TN is seeking a PRN Driver to transport patients to admissions, appointments, and events, ensuring safety and punctuality.

The role requires a valid state driver’s license, CPR and de-escalation or restraint certification, and a high school diploma. You will document transports, report oncoming shifts, and maintain vehicle readiness. This onsite role supports our multidisciplinary care team and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One+ years in behavioral health transport preferred.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required; first aid may be required.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles to transport patients for admissions, appointments, activity trips, discharges and events.
• Transport visitors or staff as needed.
• Ensure all passengers wear seatbelts before starting the vehicle.
• Maintain safety and supervision of patients during transport.
• Provide verbal reports to oncoming shifts and complete transport documentation.
• Maintain vehicle logs and report maintenance issues.
• Respond to behavioral events and incidents as required.
• Assist with on-call duties and provide transportation-related support.

Skills

Patient transport

Safety awareness

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Creekside Behavioral Health in Kingsport, TN is seeking a PRN Driver to transport patients to admissions, appointments, and events, ensuring safety and punctuality.

The role requires a valid state driver’s license, CPR and de-escalation or restraint certification, and a high school diploma. You will document transports, report oncoming shifts, and maintain vehicle readiness. This onsite role supports our multidisciplinary care team and offers comprehensive benefits.