VAN DRIVER (CNA) (78211)

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Duval; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Duval in Austin, TX is seeking a vehicle operator to transport residents to scheduled destinations. Responsibilities include operating a van or bus, conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and assisting residents getting in and out of the vehicle with safety briefings.

The role requires driving duties, adherence to safety regulations, and collaboration with dispatchers to follow routes.

Qualifications

• Preferred CNA certification to support resident care.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must be 25 years of age or older and pass a motor vehicle screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate a vehicle to transport residents to and from destinations.
• Drive a van or bus on scheduled routes.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Assist residents in and out of the vehicle and provide safety briefings.
• Perform minor vehicle maintenance and fuel vehicles as needed.
• Document vehicle usage, mileage, and reports.
• Follow dispatcher directions and route assignments.
• Assist in emergency evacuations if necessary.
• Support staff development and resident well-being as part of facility operations.

Skills

Driving

Safety adherence

Education

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) preferred

Job description

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Duval – Austin, TX 78727

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform work in the operation of a vehicle to assure safe transportation to and from various destinations.
• Drive a van or bus over a scheduled route.
• Maintain focus on safety while operating and maintaining transportation vehicles.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicles when necessary.
• Fuel vehicles when needed.
• Ensure periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported.
• Document vehicle usage and mileage.
• Prepare trip, accident and incident reports as necessary.
• Assist residents and passengers in and out of the vehicle.
• Provide safety briefing to residents and passengers.
• Provide other services as requested by management.
• Receive direction and route assignments from the dispatcher or supervisor.
• Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations if necessary.
• Actively assist and participate in the enhancement of residents’ lives through dedicated approach to patient care.
• Actively assist and participate in the development and retention of staff through recruitment, training and nurturing employees of the nursing facility.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Administrator in accordance with the qualifications and training.

Essential Functions

• Must have a working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.
• Must have knowledge of basic automotive maintenance procedures.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting – 1-25 lbs
• Lifting – 25-50 lbs
• Lifting – 50+ lbs
• Carrying – 1-25 lbs
• Carrying – 25-50 lbs
• Carrying – 50+ lbs
• Pushing/Pulling – 1-25 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling – 25-50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs
• Sliding/Transferring – 1-25 lbs
• Sliding/Transferring – 25-50 lbs
• Sliding/Transferring – 50+ lbs
• Standing
• Walking
• Speaking
• Driving
• Balancing/Climbing
• Stooping/Kneeling
• Crouching/Crawling
• Reaching
• Turning/Twisting/Leaning

Qualifications

• Preferred to be a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).
• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Must be 25 years of age or older and pass a motor vehicle screen.