Resident Transportation Specialist CNA

Why Join Skilled Nursing Care?
At Skilled Nursing Care, we believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being

• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most

• Tapcheck – Access your earned wages before payday

• Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally

• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters

Join us and become part of a community that cares deeply—for our residents, for each other, and for the future of skilled nursing care.

Required Qualifications 

The Resident Transportation Specialist (CNA) must possess:  

• A current and unencumbered driver’s licenses in the state. Class B with passenger endorsement, preferred.

• Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state. 

• High school diploma or equivalent. 

• Current CPR/BLS certification. 

Must have no disciplinary action in effect against certification. 

At least one year of experience as a certified nursing assistant in long-term care, preferred. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities 

• Inspects the facility vehicle each day to ensure it is safe for resident transportation. 

• Assists in ensuring the facility vehicle’s maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and as needed on a routine basis. 

• Ensures residents are transported in a safe manner, following all vehicle code requirements and posted guidelines. 

• Ensures residents are properly secured prior to and during transportation. 

• May assist resident with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc. 

• May assist residents with or performs activities of daily living for resident in accordance with care plans and established policies and procedures.   

• Observe resident mood and behavior and report any changes or concerns to the Activities Director. 

• Coordinate transportation needs and requests with other departments in a courteous and timely manner. 

• Reports changes in a resident’s condition to the resident’s nurse and supervisor. 

Additional Assigned Tasks 

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights. 

• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines. 

• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves. 

• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications. 

• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to the Administrator. 

• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to the Administrator. Protects residents from abuse and cooperates with all investigations.   

• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.   

• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan. 

• Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor. 

• Follows established infection control policies and procedures. 

• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency. 

• As a condition of employment, maintains a clean driving record, without substantial violation(s), throughout term of employment.  

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions 

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. 

• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork. 

• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. 

• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. 

• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.  

• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. 

• Must be able to move throughout the workday. 

• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases. 

• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. 

• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations. 

• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position. 

• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, automotive fuels and chemicals and other air contaminants. 

• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis. 

• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel. 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement. 

• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations. 

• Resourcefulness. 

• Strong leadership skills. 

• Maintain a positive attitude and possess the ability to work in stressful situations.  

• Ability to be organized and efficient. 

• CPR licensed and trained in first aid. 

Compliance as a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal 

Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the facility, including the facility’s compliance and ethics program, is a condition of employment.  Compliance will be a factor in evaluating job performance.  Violations, including failure to report violations, will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. 

This job description is intended to convey the general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in this position.  Other tasks not listed here may be assigned by the supervisor.  Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations placed on long-term care by various governmental agencies.  This job description will be reviewed and/or revised annually and as needed. 

Individual performance will be evaluated using the following scale:  

• Unsatisfactory: Achieves results which are far less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated. 

• Needs Improvement: Achieves results which are less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated. Exhibits the potential to become a competent performer. May be new to job or need skill development. 

• Meets Standards: Achieves results which meet the standards identified for the performance factors rated. This rating is the expected level of performance. 

• Exceeds Standards: Achieves results which usually exceed the standards identified for the performance factors rated. 

Reasonable Accommodation Statement 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.  The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process.  If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator. 

Affirmative Action Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.