Van Driver-C.N.A.

Job Details
Job Location
Maverick Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Eagle Pass, TX
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Travel Percentage
None
Description
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.
Responsibilities:

• Must have a working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.
• Must have the 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.
• Make sure 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 the lives of our residents through our dedicated approach to patient care and our census-building program.
• Actively assist and participate in the development and retention of staff through recruitment, training and nurturing the employees of the nursing facility.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Administrator in accordance with the qualifications and training.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Preferred, but not required to be a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).
• Should have the ability to deal effectively and patiently with others.
• Should have the ability to operate a van or small bus.
• Should have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Should have the ability to operate lift equipment
• Should have the ability to lift weights of 40-60 lbs.