Van Driver

Care Initiatives•Cedar Rapids, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Heritage Specialty Care, a 171-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is hiring a Van Driver to transport residents and support their healthcare journeys. The role involves safely transporting residents to appointments, outings, and special events, and helping them board and exit the van, including securing wheelchairs. The driver follows schedules, coordinates timely transportation, observes residents during trips, and reports concerns to nursing staff. The position also includes maintaining the vehicle, coordinating maintenance, completing incident reports, and communicating with facility teams. The listed availability is PRN on Saturdays.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Have a valid driver’s license with a Class D Chauffeur Endorsement.
Have no more than two traffic violations within the last three years.
Have no previous driving-under-the-influence convictions.
Hold CPR and first aid certification, or be willing to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

Safely transport residents to medical appointments, outings, and special events.
Assist residents with boarding and exiting the van, including wheelchair securement.
Follow schedules and coordinate timely pick-ups and drop-offs.
Observe residents during transport and report concerns to nursing staff.
Complete incident reports and communicate with supervisors as needed.
Maintain a clean, safe, and well-functioning vehicle, including fuel, fluids, and basic supplies.
Coordinate vehicle maintenance and service needs.
Communicate daily with nursing and facility teams.
Build positive relationships with residents, families, and staff.
Maintain reliable attendance and work flexible hours, including weekends.