Staff Care Technician II/Transportation Aide
About The Position
Provide medical appointment transportation services locally and to surrounding areas, including Omaha. Escort members to medical appointments, assist with transfers in and out of State vehicles, and provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) during appointments. Transport paperwork, maintain confidentiality of member information, and communicate with nursing staff, other departments, and outside facility staff. Operate vehicle lift per facility policies and procedures. Serve as an advocate for the member, represent NDVA positively, and provide quality care to maintain quality of life while maintaining dignity and confidentiality. Perform routine nursing duties in the general care of elderly members in the Veterans Home. Prepare, administer, and document oral and topical medications and treatments. Schedule member appointments via phone or electronically, and communicate with VA and medical provider offices. Conduct member inventory, including maintaining VA-issued member equipment such as hearing aids and glasses.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Completed a state approved 76 hour nurse aide training course and competency evaluation program.
- Be listed on the Nebraska Nurse Aide Registry.
- Possess a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and push/pull occasionally up to 75 lbs. on a daily basis.
- Ability to frequently bend at the waist and neck and frequently twist at the waist and walk or stand up to 90% of the shift.
- Ability to interact with members and others in a positive manner and be flexible to meet changing demands of the job.
Nice To Haves
- Hired candidates must successfully complete the Medication Aide course and be listed on the Medication Aide registry within first year of employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide medical appointment transportation services locally and to surrounding areas, including Omaha.
- Escort members to medical appointments.
- Assist with transfers of members in and out of State vehicles.
- Assist members with ADLs during appointments and provide privacy in all cars.
- Transport paperwork and maintain confidentiality of member information.
- Communicate with nursing staff, other departments, outside facility staff, and others as needed.
- Operate vehicle lift per facility policies and procedures.
- Serve as an advocate for the member.
- Represent NDVA in a positive manner.
- Provide quality care for each member to maintain quality of life.
- Maintain dignity and confidentiality of members.
- Perform routine nursing duties in the general care of elderly members in the Veterans Home.
- Prepare, administer and document oral and topical medications and treatments.
- Schedule member appointments via phone or electronically.
- Communication with VA and medical provider offices.
- Conduct member inventory including maintaining VA issued member equipment such has hearing aides, classes, etc.
Benefits
- Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
