Certified Nursing Support Level II/Transporter (DOH/NMVH #15571)

Truth or Consequences, New Mexico


Employer: State of New Mexico
Industry: Healthcare
Salary: $30.36 per hour
Job type: Full-Time

$18.98 - $30.36 Hourly

$39,474 - $63,159 Annually

This position is a Pay Band HC

Posting Details

THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

POSITION IS LOCATED IN TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NM

Why does the job exist?

The Nursing Support Level Ill/Transporter works as part of a team to provide restorative care for residents, to promote the highest quality of life.

How does it get done?

The incumbent will transport residents to off-site medical appointments and when not on medical transport will, under instruction from professional and technical nursing staff, perform sub professional nursing services for residents. Provide for the personal needs of the residents by assisting with their daily living activities and self-care, with duties that may include, bathing, dressing and grooming.

Who are the customers?

The primary customers are the brave men and women that answered our nations call, executed their duties and now are unable to live in their respective communities due to failing health. This job will also support the widows of the service men and women to include parents that have lost children in combat (Gold Star Parents)

Ideal Candidate

Certified Nursing Assistant with over one (1) year of experience. Experience working in a long-term care facility or nursing home. Must be CPR certified. Experience transporting patients to and from appointments and handing lab specimens. Must be able to function as a team leader and team member, work independently and take responsibility of their work.

Minimum Qualification

Certification as a Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Home Health Aide (HHA), or Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and one (1) year of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.

Employment Requirements

This position is designated safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.

Must possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association BLS / CPR Certification

Employment is subject to criminal background check pursuant to New Mexico Caregivers Criminal Screening Act, (Sections 29-17-2 through 29-17-5 NMSA 1978 and 7.1.9.1 through 7.1.9.11 NMAC) and is conditional pending results.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.

Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training.

Must possess and maintain a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate or receive within 1 week of date of hire.

Must sign and observe confidentiality agreement.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.

Occasional travel for training & meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required; Working hours may include weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours. Essential functions of the job and specific physical ability requirements will be available at the time of interview or may be obtained at the New Mexico Veterans' Home Human Resources office.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting within a long-term facility with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Walking throughout the facility and frequent communication and interaction with residents, staff, and the public. Periods of walking, standing, bending pushing, pulling, lifting, and stretching for a variety of activities may be required. Must be able to function under pressure and stressful situations Health hazards such as exposure to contagious viruses and diseases. May also include routine exposure to public, fellow employees, and facility resident illness, stressful situation, and bodily fluids, as well as exposure to physical and/or verbal abuse. Occasional travel for training & meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required; some lifting; extended hours to meet deadlines will be required. Working hours may include on-call, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours. Essential functions of the job and physical ability requirements will be available at the time of interview or may be obtained at the New Mexico Veterans' Home Human Resources Office

Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Berna Garcia (575) 894-4234. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Created: 2024-08-27
Reference: 146870
Country: United States
State: New Mexico
City: Truth or Consequences


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