Van Driver (Certified Nursing Assistant) required

The Blossoms at Eureka Springs Rehab & Nursing Center; Eureka Springs (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a dedicated driver/attendant to safely operate a motor vehicle for nursing home residents in Eureka Springs, AR. You will assist residents with boarding and alighting, secure mobility devices, and maintain trip records.

Candidates should have a valid driver’s license, the ability to lift up to 80 pounds, and 6–12 months of related experience. Experience with disabilities or long-term care is a plus. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift and move up to 80 pounds.
• Six to 12 months of vehicle operation experience.
• Experience with disabilities or long-term care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned motor vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Assist residents entering and exiting the vehicle.
• Secure mobility devices and seat residents safely.
• Keep records of each bus trip and attendees.
• Document mileage and trip times.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and report needs.

Skills

Passenger loading

Vehicle operation

Geographic navigation

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The safe and efficient operation of assigned motor vehicle
• Extensive contact with patients/ residents of a nursing home facility
• Assisting ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and leave the vehicle
• Ensuring that passengers are safely seated inside the motor vehicle
• Securing residents’ mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs
• Keeping a record of each bus trip and the residents who attended
• Documenting the mileage and time for each bus trip
• Performing preventive maintenance functions such as checking lights, maintaining fluid levels, checking tire pressure, etc. and notifying supervisory personnel of need for further service or repair

Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of methods and techniques used to load, secure, and unload passengers from a motor vehicle
• Skill in the operation and basic maintenance of assigned motor vehicle
• Ability to find geographic locations
• Ability to follow oral/ written instructions and keep a record of activities
• Ability to lift, maneuver, and support materials of up to 80 pounds
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and staff
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

Experience:

• Six to 12 months of work experience operating, loading, and unloading a motor vehicle
• Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities stated above
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or experience working in long term care a plus

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off