Driver (Activities)

(Hurst Plaza Nursing and Rehab) LSSH Hurst, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide to assist residents with loading and unloading from facility vehicles and to provide safe transportation to scheduled appointments and activities. The role requires CNA certification, a valid driver’s license, and familiarity with GPS/local driving areas.

Candidate must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, demonstrate safe transfer techniques, and remain flexible with work times. Completion of CNA CE to maintain certification is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a CNA and keep CE to maintain certification.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid DL and be familiar with GPS/local driving area.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with loading/unloading from facility vehicles.
• Ensure safe transportation to medical appointments and activities.
• Maintain facility vehicle interiors/exteriors for safety and image.
• Track vehicle maintenance logs and schedule routine service.
• Demonstrate safe transfer techniques and manual handling up to 75 lb.
• Be flexible with work time due to appointment delays.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

Certified Nurse Aide

Valid Driver's License

GPS familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Salary Range: Based on experience.

• *MUST BE A CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE.
• Assists residents with loading and unloading from facility approved vehicles.
• Ensures the safe transportation of residents to scheduled medical appointments or other approved activities, resident outings, etc.
• Maintains the interior and exterior of facility vehicles to promote safe and comfortable transport for the residents and project a positive image in the community.
• Monitors vehicle maintenance logs and delivers vehicle for regularly scheduled maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, etc.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Must be flexible with work time (in the event a resident appointment or activity runs late)
• Must have training and be able to return demonstrate safe clinical based transfer techniques for:
• Ingress Egress of Mobile Patients with Van Transfer of patients into and out of Wheelchair
• Properly securing WC bound residents into bays in Vans
• Must be able to lift transfer and mobilize patient weights of up to 70 pounds by self in confined areas inside Van.
• Must be able to make complex decisions involving highly dependent patient base.

Supervisory Requirements

This position has no supervisor responsibilities.

Qualification

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or a GED
• Minimum – 25 years old
• Must have a valid DL
• Must be familiar with GPS and local driving area.
• No Traffic Crimes in the last 7 years.
• DUI, DWS, Reckless Driving, No Traffic Felonies
• Multiple DUI, or DWS, Leaving Scene with Injuries, Assault with Vehicle
• Not more than 2 moving violations in 3 years
• Not more than one accident in 3 years
• Pass a drug screen and background check

Language Skills Ability to read, write and understand job related instructions and manuals Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and residents.

Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the Microsoft Suite products. Must have successfully completed CNA training and maintain all CE to maintain certification.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and talk, read or hear.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making.

In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.