Transport Aide, CNA

Description:

* RAISE AFTER 6 MONTHS * NEW HIGHER RATES * EXCELLENT BENEFITS * REQUIRES A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE *

SCHEDULE : MONDAY - FRIDAY; 8AM - 4PM

POSITION SUMMARY: TRANSPORT AIDE/CNA

Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehab Center is a 120-bed facility offering excellence in rehabilitation and skilled nursing care in a lovely homelike environment undergoing AN EXCITING LARGE-SCALE RENOVATION UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT! With a focus on rehabilitation and recovery, our skilled team of therapists and healthcare professionals assist residents in achieving optimal health and well-being. We offer residents the perfect setting to experience a tranquil and peaceful backdrop for rehabilitation. Our mission is to provide high quality care to all with respect and compassion through a team approach that focuses on personalized goals. We offer EXCELLENT Aetna Health benefits 1st of the month after hire date, along with other key benefits! The Transport Aide / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate care to residents while supporting their medical and personal needs both on-site and off-site. This dual-role position functions as a CNA on the unit as needed and also accompanies residents to medical appointments, assisting them throughout the visit and safely transporting them using the facility van. The ideal candidate is committed to promoting resident independence, preserving dignity, and enhancing quality of life.

• Transport Aide, accompanies residents to medical, dental, and other off-site appointments as scheduled.
• Assists residents before, during, and after appointments to ensure comfort, safety, and understanding of care instructions.
• Safely transports residents to and from appointments using the facility van in compliance with traffic laws and facility policies.
• Assists residents with entering and exiting the vehicle and secures wheelchairs and mobility devices properly.
• Communicates appointment outcomes, instructions, and observations to nursing staff upon return.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of the facility vehicle and reports any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• The Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, must be committed to our mission to deliver superior healthcare to our residents in a manner which promotes independence, preserves dignity, & strives to improve their quality of life
• Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA provides residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with established procedures & document the resident care appropriately
• Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA creates & maintains a calm atmosphere throughout the unit/shift
• Prepare residents for meals, serve trays, & assist with feeding as indicated
• Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA will check residents routinely to assure that their personal care/hygiene needs are being met including giving/assisting residents with bath functions
• Assist with transportation, lifting, turning, moving, positioning, & transferring residents into/out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchair, lifts, etc.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA answers resident calls promptly & report all changes in resident’s condition promptly
• Measure & record temperatures, pulse, blood pressures, etc. as instructed

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (per facility requirements).
• Ability to operate a facility van and assist residents with mobility needs.
• Holds CNA Certification in New York State that is current & in good standing
• Dedicated to providing extraordinary compassionate care as a CNA to each resident
• Energetic, enthusiastic, committed, & passionate about quality care
• Genuinely interested in helping ill, injured, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, & sometimes challenging residents
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, & willingness to assist any residents & co-workers
• Excellent communication, customer service, & organization skills
• Trusted to work independently & in a team environment
• Able to work well under pressure, flexible, & will work harmoniously with all staff
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED ; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling Tel: 315-339-2220 and asking to speak to the HR Department or email us at [email protected].

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