Transport Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Transportation CNA - PRN/Per Diem/Casual, As Needed

Location: Riverstreet Manor: 440 N River St, Wilkes-Barre, PA

Benefits of the Transportation CNA

Daily Pay Option! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!

• Competitive Pay Rates!
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs
• A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)
• An employer who cares about YOU

Position Summary

The Transport Aide is primarily responsible for safely transporting residents to and from the facility's on-site dialysis unit and assisting with resident comfort, hydration, and basic non-clinical support services throughout the facility. This position plays a key role in ensuring residents arrive at appointments safely, timely, and with dignity while supporting the nursing team with additional duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Transportation CNA

• Coordinate with Recreation Director and Recreation Assistant regarding transporting residents to scheduled activities.
• Coordinate with Facility medical and nursing personnel regarding transporting residents to scheduled medical appointments.
• Use protective clothing or devices when handling infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids.
• Ensure that emergency equipment (i.e. triangles, fire extinguisher, and first-aid kit) are available and in good working condition.
• Use supplies in an efficient manner to avoid waste.
• Assist in the moving and arranging of equipment and supplies to assure that the Facility’s vehicle are ready for scheduled appointments and activities.
• Assist residents entering and exiting the Facility’s vehicle

Requirements of the Transportation CNA

• Must have an active CNA license in PA
• Must have a high school diploma/GED
• Must be dependable, timely, friendly, good phone skills, and have excellent customer service.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
• Previous long-term care, healthcare, transportation, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Ability to push wheelchairs, transport residents safely, and perform frequent walking, bending, lifting, and standing.
• Must successfully complete facility orientation and required training.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to transport residents in wheelchairs and assist with mobility activities.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds with assistance when appropriate.

Working Conditions

• Skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment.
• Exposure to residents with varying physical and cognitive needs.
• May work weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed.

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Riverstreet Manor is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.