Transportation Aide

PruittHealth • Charlotte Hall, MD

4d • $20 - $33

About The Position

As a Transportation Aide / Geriatric Nursing Assistant at PruittHealth Coastal Central, you will help ensure patients and residents receive safe, timely, and supportive transportation to appointments, therapies, and activities. The role combines transportation duties with hands-on CNA support, including assistance with activities of daily living, personal care, and ambulation as needed. You will help create a positive, welcoming, and caring experience while coordinating with nursing and administrative teams and following safety, infection-control, and company policies.

Requirements

• Current Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• CPR certification, or ability to obtain it upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record; a Motor Vehicle Record is required as part of pre-employment.
• One year of experience in skilled nursing, senior living, home health, or patient transportation.
• Familiarity with wheelchair lifts, securements, and mobility devices.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients safely.
• Excellent communication and service skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients and residents to medical appointments, treatments, and approved outings.
• Assist individuals entering and exiting vehicles using proper lifting, transfer, and mobility techniques.
• Provide hands-on CNA support, including assistance with activities of daily living, personal care, and ambulation as needed.
• Maintain a positive, welcoming, and caring environment during transport interactions.
• Complete transportation logs, mileage documentation, and schedules accurately and on time.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards for transport vehicles.
• Follow infection-control practices, safety regulations, and PruittHealth policies.
• Coordinate transportation operations with nursing and administrative teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED