Van Driver - Certified Nurse Aide

Job Details

Job Location:

Laredo, TX 78040

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage:
None

The Van Driver performs work in the operation of a vehicle to assure safe transportation to and from various destinations. An employee in this class drives a van or bus over a scheduled route.

• 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.
• Operate and maintain transportation vehicles with a focus on safety.
• Perform daily pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicles when necessary.
• Fuel the 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 a 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 the lives of our residents through a dedicated approach to patient care and census‑building program.
• Actively assist and participate in the development and retention of staff through recruitment, training, and nurturing of employees in the nursing facility.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Administrator in accordance with the qualifications and training.

• Lifting – up to 50+ lbs.
• Carrying – up to 50+ lbs.
• Pushing/Pulling – up to 50+ lbs.
• Sliding/Transferring – up to 50+ lbs.
• Standing, sitting, walking, speaking, driving.
• Balancing/Climbing, stooping/kneeling, crouching/crawling, reaching.
• Hearing/Listening, seeing.
• Turning/Twisting/Leaning.

• Preferred:
  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.