Transportation CNA at Sherman

Focused Post Acute Care Partners•Sherman, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Focused Post Acute Care Partners (FPACP) is seeking a Certified Transportation Aide-CNA to join their team in Sherman, TX. This role involves providing non-emergency transportation for residents to medical appointments and treatments, ensuring their safety and comfort. FPACP emphasizes a culture of excellence and recognition through its ROCKin recognition program, ROCKStar, which offers a gamified approach to team member appreciation and rewards.

Requirements

Must have a current CNA certification
Ability to communicate effectively with oral and written instructions in English
Must hold a currently valid driver's license as required by the state and have an excellent driving record as verified by the state Department of Motor Vehicles
Must be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency
High school diploma or equivalency degree

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification preferred

Responsibilities

Provide non-emergency transport of residents by accommodating wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers.
Offer safe custom transportation for medical appointments and treatments.
Ensure resident safety.
Visually inspects van for any defects and/or vehicle damage; checks operating systems: Brakes, horn, windshield wipers, lights, first-aid kits, emergency flashers, and door-opening devices for proper operation before starting trips; validates registration and inspection stickers for the vehicle are state compliant; certifies working condition of cellular phone.
Provides whatever assistance is required for boarding of the patient and any caregiver; ensures wheelchair and passenger are properly secured before starting the van.
Upon arrival at the medical facility, assists patients in leaving the van and reaching proper offices or treatment areas; inspects van to ensure that no personal items have been left behind.
Provides first-aid or CPR if required during patient transport; immediately notifies emergency personnel and supervisor if skilled assistance is required; completes report at end of day's run.
Reports traffic accidents immediately to a supervisor, requesting police or ambulance service as needed; assists injured persons from the first-aid kit until these services arrive; completes company accident report.
When not transporting residents, the driver will report to the supervisor for assignments.
Promotes positive public relations with patients, residents, family members, and guests.
Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
Use appropriate work place behavior and adhere to dress code at all times.
Other duties as assigned.