Van Driver - Certified Nursing Assistant

Baywood Crossing Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baywood Crossing Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking a Transport Aide to safely move residents to medical appointments and dialysis sessions. Responsibilities include preparing residents, making beds when not transporting, and assisting residents in and out of chairs or wheelchairs.

You will report changes in orders or resident conditions promptly to the Nurse Supervisor. Candidates must hold a CNA or EMT credential, maintain a clean driving record, and communicate effectively in

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CNA certificate or EMT credential.
• Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Record with no moving violations.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Demonstrates knowledge to provide care during transport.
• Supports teamwork and can work cooperatively with staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation for residents to and from appointments.
• Report changes in physician orders from appointments to Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
• Report changes in resident condition during transport to Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
• Prepare residents for appointments.
• Make beds (occupied and unoccupied) when not transporting residents.
• Assist residents into and out of chairs and wheelchairs.

Skills

CNA Certification

EMT Certification

English Proficiency

Education

CNA Certification or EMT Certification

Job description

Description

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide transportation for residents to and from doctor's appointments and dialysis appointments.

Report changes in physician orders given from doctor's appointments to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse as soon as practical.

Report all changes in the resident’s condition during transport to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse as soon as practical.

Prepare residents for appointments.

Make beds (occupied and unoccupied) when not performing transportation services.

Assist with transporting residents into and out of chairs and wheelchairs.

Requirements

Must have a Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate or Emergency Medical Technician.

Must have no moving violations or accidents on Motor Vehicle Record.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to residents being transported.

Must be a supportive team member, contribute to, and be an example of teamwork and team concept.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.

Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult resident.

Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.