The Commons on St. Anthony is currently hiring for a CNA Transport Aide! 

The CNA Transport Aide performs direct and indirect care to promote the comfort, safety, convalescence and rehabilitation of residents as directed by the Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator, Nursing Supervisor, and/or the Charge Nurse.

The CNA Transport Aide provides care in a Skilled Nursing Facility and accompanies residents to medical appointments. 

Schedule: Full Time Day Shift with an Every Other Weekend Rotation

CNA Transport Aides can make up to $27.13 per hour! 

Job duties specific to this position:

Responsible for residents assigned to his/her care with respect to the following general list of duties:

• Performs resident care according to policy/procedure and standards as delegated by the NM, CC, RN, or Charge Nurse.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for the resident, visitors, and other staff.
• Recognizes and responds to emergent situations efficiently and effectively.
• Assists the resident with ADLs and any special care needs as indicated on the resident care assignment sheet.
• Sets priorities according to resident’s needs, organizing and reprioritizing work throughout the shift.
• Ensures necessary supplies/equipment for patient care are available and stored efficiently.
• Observes residents for specific signs and symptoms as instructed by team leaders.
• Reports changes in the resident’s behavior or condition to the team leader.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge base and technical skills when performing resident care. Uses skills and knowledge according to resident’s identified geriatric and age-related needs. Demonstrates understanding of role limitations relating to patient care.
• Documents resident care accurately using appropriate tool and in a timely manner.
• Ability to be involved with family members or other support persons while providing care.

Responsible for accompanying residents on medical appointments:

• Ride with resident in medical transport vehicle to appointment location.
• Assist resident as needed while at appointment.

Responsible for following the facility/departmental policies and procedures:

• Adheres to all infection control and safety policies and procedures.
• Adheres to Resident Rights and confidentiality regulations.
• Completes annual competencies.
• Operates patient care equipment in accordance with policy and procedure. Obtains, cleans and returns equipment. Takes appropriate action to ensure broken equipment is repaired.
• Adheres to nursing dress code. Arrives to work on time for assigned shift prepared to work. Adheres to clocking procedures per protocol.
• Complies with all other facility and management policies, procedures and requirements.

Works cooperatively with all members of the health care team:

• Cooperates with leadership staff in implementing planned changes and activities to improve resident’s care or overall functioning of the clinical unit.
• Responds to and handles situations in an appropriate manner following the chain of command for resolution.
• Accepts assignments in a professional manner.
• Maintains the highest level of customer service when assisting the resident’s family and visitors, as required and consistent with unit policy.
• Assists other staff members with resident care.
• Participates with the team in the care planning process and change of shift report.
• Adapts to changes in job responsibilities in a professional manner.
• Assists with orientation of new staff as requested.
• Communicates effectively within the health team and its members.
• Performs a variety of specific functions as assigned by the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator/Charge Nurse/Nursing Supervisor for which they are properly trained.
• Welcomes new staff or float staff to unit.

• Current NYS certification as a certified nursing assistant
• Must be CPR certified and maintain certification. 
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to adapt to changes in schedule and rotation to weekend schedule to meet resident needs.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, families and other employees and cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.
• Ability to understand and carry out directions and instructions.
• Ability to report changes in resident’s condition and other pertinent information.
• Ability to take and record information and basic records.
• Knowledge of MS Office and able to learn new software rapidly.

• Pay Range $25.34 - $27.13 / hour
• Excellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance
• Disability coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) Retirement/Pension Plans
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Paid Time-Off Accrual
• Fun events for employees
• Convenient locations with free parking
• Employee Coaches - to help you achieve life goals
• Diaper Assistance Program
• Opportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites