Weekend Resident Transport Coordinator

OPCO Skilled Management; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

OPCO Skilled Management in Dallas, TX is seeking a Transportation Aide to coordinate resident transport to medical appointments under supervision of licensed nursing staff.

Responsibilities include organizing schedules, transporting residents to inpatient/outpatient programs, reporting changes to clinical staff, and maintaining vehicle safety and cleanliness. Must have valid driver's license, nurse aide training, and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Driver's license valid in the applying state.
• Successful completion of State Approved Nurse Aide Training and competency evaluation, with name on State Registry.
• Current BLS/CPR certification as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Organizes transportation of residents to medical appointments based on priority of needs.
• Transports residents to inpatient/outpatient programs and to facilities and residences.
• Develops driving schedule around resident appointments and ensures transport after hospital discharge.
• Reports changes in resident condition during transport to clinical staff and supervisor.
• Transports medical records for signatures as needed.
• Maintains safety and vehicle cleanliness and performs routine maintenance checks.
• Assists clinical staff with safe lifting/transfers as ordered and supports residents needing assistance.
• Maintains positive communication with outside facilities to ensure proper scheduling.
• Notifies scheduling changes to DON and nursing staff and follows up as necessary.
• Provides hydration to residents according to individual needs.
• Protects residents' personal property.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Education

Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program

BLS/CPR Certification

Job description

OPCO Skilled Management in Dallas, TX is seeking a Transportation Aide to coordinate resident transport to medical appointments under supervision of licensed nursing staff.

Responsibilities include organizing schedules, transporting residents to inpatient/outpatient programs, reporting changes to clinical staff, and maintaining vehicle safety and cleanliness. Must have valid driver's license, nurse aide training, and CPR/BLS certification.