CNA / Transport Driver

Elderwood•Town of Johnsburg, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Transportation Driver. Apply Today for a Dual-Impact Role with Elderwood at North Creek! Are you a compassionate CNA who enjoys both hands-on care and being on the move? This unique hybrid role combines meaningful resident care with transportation responsibilities—allowing you to make a difference both inside and outside the facility. Not yet certified? Ask us about our PAID CNA Training Program—we’ll support you every step of the way toward certification and a rewarding career in healthcare. In this hybrid role, you will serve as both a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Transportation Driver, supporting the overall well-being of our residents. You’ll provide essential daily care while also ensuring safe and reliable transportation to and from medical appointments and facility transfers. Make a difference every day — apply now and join the Elderwood at North Creek family, where your skills and compassion help improve the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

Twenty One (21) years of age required.
Registration in the State Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) is required. Active on the State Nursing Aide Registry with no findings or convictions of resident abuse, mistreatment or misappropriation of property.
Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
Caring and respectful attitude towards residents
Physical stamina for constant activity required.
Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
Minimum two (2) years experience in a driving related position.
Valid New York Class A, B, OR C (CDL) License with passenger endorsement. Must be clean driving record with no violations (zero points) and no accidents in the previous 36 months. Any violation is subject to individual review and subject to termination or disqualification to drive on behalf of the Company.
Initial and continuous compliance with Article 19-A of the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law, which includes among other things, investigation of prior employment, prior and ongoing driving record, penal law convictions and continually passing the medical examinations, required drug testing, vision and hearing tests required pursuant to New York State regulations.
Knowledge of local roadways and directions, which encompass driving routes.
Knowledge of fleet vehicles and all handicap equipment including operational and safety procedures.
Understanding of the rights and needs of transit disabled passengers.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct and monitor the personal care duties carried out by Nursing Assistants of an assigned team.
Report to Charge Nurse unusual symptoms, daily needs and progress of residents.
Notify Charge Nurse of changes in residents’ conditions or needs
Follow the Profile of Care for each resident and monitor the performance of the Nursing Assistants in carrying out the appropriate aspects of the care plan.
Responsible for responding immediately to residents’ requests.
Assist residents with the following Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care and individual needs.
Drive responsibly and safely in order to ensure passenger safety and minimize damage or excessive wear and tear on facility vehicle; convey any mechanical problems identified with facility vehicle to the Transportation Services Coordinator as soon as possible.
Ensure vehicle is in safe operating condition (e.g. fuel, wash, tires, and inspection); notify Transportation Services Coordinator when vehicle needs service.
Comply at all times with the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Laws, NYS regulations contained in Article 19A, and Woodmark Transportation Manual.
Ensure passengers are safely assisted and secured in the vehicle before departing for destination.
Ensure safe transport of resident, personal belongings, and medical equipment to destination, as requested by resident.
Notify family member or contact of new resident transfer.
Notify the pick up and destination location of the time of arrival.