at Midwest Health in Topeka, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Job Summary: The Transportation Driver provides resident’s transportation to and from appointments and/or activities in a safe and courteous manner at all times. Duties and Responsibilities: * Comply with the Facility’s personnel, safety and corporate policies and procedures. * Comply with the nursing department’s policies and procedures. * Report witnessed allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Administrator. * Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with dignity and respect. * Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information. * Report to work on time and as scheduled. * Secure passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize during transport. * Assist residents in wheelchairs. Assist disabled passengers into and out of vehicle. * Time management, creating routes that will accommodate appointments and activities. * Communicate with Administrator and Nursing Department upon disruption of service. * Cleans and services vehicle with fuel. * Report all vehicle repairs and any unsafe or hazardous concerns immediately to the Administrator. * Per Administrator, assisting with CNA or Maintenance duties is expected between appointments/activities. * Be flexible and available for special occasions, holidays and weekends. * Must be ‘on-call’ during scheduled days, if unable to be on-call, a replacement is required. Job Requirements: * Must have a CNA license that is in good standings with the State. * Must have a valid CPR certification. * High school diploma or GED required. * Must have basic computer skills. * If required to operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, must successfully complete the requirements contained in Facility’s Motor Vehicles policy. * Must be 21 years of age to drive company vehicles. * Must be over the age of 25 and under the age of 70 to operate a 15-passenger vehicle. * Must have a current CDL to operate a 16+ passenger vehicle. * Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. * Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. * Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. * Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation.
