Transportation Driver

Sabine Retirement and Rehabilitation Center; Many (LA); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sabine Retirement and Rehabilitation Center in Louisiana is seeking a Transportation Driver to safely move residents to medical appointments, activities, and on-site needs. The role requires operating wheelchair lifts, securing wheelchairs, and maintaining a respectful, compassionate approach during loads.

Qualifications include a valid state driver’s license with a clean record; CNA certification or willingness to obtain one; and prior nursing home experience.

Formación

• Must be able to communicate clearly with residents, families, and staff.
• CNA certification preferred or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience in a nursing home or similar setting is preferred.
• Able to assist patients with mobility, lifting, and securing wheelchairs.

Responsabilidades

• Safe Transportation: Move residents to and from appointments, outings, and on-site activities while ensuring safety.
• Assistance & Care: Help residents in and out of vehicles; manage wheelchairs and walkers; secure with lifts and straps.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Perform daily checks and report any needed repairs.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain mileage logs and resident transport records.
• Communication: Coordinate with transportation scheduler and nursing staff about changes or concerns.
• Safety Compliance: Follow traffic laws, regulations, and facility policies including infection control.

Conocimientos

Communication

Compassion

Patience

Safety-minded

Educación

CNA certification

Herramientas

Wheelchair lifts

Descripción del empleo

A Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Transportation Driver ensures residents are safely transported to medical appointments, activities, and errands while providing compassionate assistance. Key duties include operating specialized vehicles (wheelchair lifts), conducting vehicle maintenance checks, managing schedules, maintaining safety protocols, and assisting with resident boarding. They are often required to be certified nursing assistants (CNAs) or hold a valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe Transportation: Transport residents to and from appointments, outings, and on-site, ensuring safety at all times.
• Assistance & Care: Assist residents in and out of vehicles, manage wheelchairs/walkers, and ensure proper securement using lifts and straps.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Perform daily pre-trip/post-trip inspections, fuel vehicles, and report necessary repairs to the supervisor.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate mileage logs, appointment records, and incident reports.
• Communication: Coordinate with the transportation scheduler/Nursing staff and communicate any changes or concerns about residents.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all traffic laws, federal/state regulations, and facility policies, including infection control protocols.
• Additional Duties: Assist with errands (picking up medication) or provide support as a hospitality assistant when not driving.

Qualifications

• License: Valid state driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Experience: Previous experience in a nursing home or similar setting is preferred.
• Physical Ability: Capable of assisting patients with mobility limitations, lifting, and securing wheelchairs.
• Certifications: Often requires CNA certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Skills: Strong communication, compassion, patience, and safety-focused mindset.