Hospice Transport Driver Mesilla Valley Hospice | Las Cruces, New Mexico Compassion in MotionAt Mesilla Valley Hospice, we believe every patient deserves comfort, dignity, and compassionate care throughout life's final journey. Our team serves patients and families across the Las Cruces, NM area, by providing exceptional hospice care wherever they call home. Every member of our team plays an important role in honoring our patients' wishes while supporting their loved ones with kindness, respect, and professionalism. As a Hospice Transport Driver, you are much more than a driver, you are often one of the first friendly faces our patients and families see. Your calm presence, reliability, and compassion help ensure that each patient is transported safely, comfortably, and with the dignity they deserve.
Position Summary:
The Hospice Transport Driver provides safe, courteous, and dependable transportation for hospice patients throughout Las Cruces and within the very closely surrounding communities. This position works closely with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure patients arrive safely for medical appointments, hospice-related services, or other approved destinations while maintaining patient comfort, confidentiality, and respect.
Essential Responsibilities:
Safely transport hospice patients to and from homes, assisted living facilities, nursing facilities, hospitals, and other approved destinations.
Assist patients entering and exiting vehicles using appropriate safety techniques and mobility equipment, including wheelchairs and walkers when applicable.
Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and dignity throughout every transport.
Communicate professionally with patients, families, caregivers, and members of the hospice interdisciplinary team.
Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness, safety, and readiness.
Report vehicle maintenance concerns promptly.
Maintain accurate transportation logs, mileage records, and required documentation.
Adhere to all HIPAA privacy and confidentiality requirements.
Observe and promptly report changes in a patient's condition or safety concerns to the appropriate clinical team member.
Follow all Mesilla Valley Hospice policies and procedures, infection prevention protocols, and safety guidelines.
Represent Mesilla Valley Hospice with professionalism and compassion in the community.
Qualifications:- RequiredHigh school diploma or GED.Valid New Mexico driver's license.
- Valid CNA certification
- Clean driving record with the ability to meet Mesilla Valley Hospice insurance requirements.
- Current automobile insurance if using a personal vehicle for hospice business.
- Ability to safely assist patients with limited mobility.
- Ability to lift, push, or assist with mobility equipment in accordance with established safety practices.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality.
- Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain within the required timeframe.
Preferred:
Experience in hospice, home health, healthcare transportation, senior care, or patient services.
Knowledge of Southern New Mexico roadways and surrounding communities.
Experience working with elderly or medically fragile individuals.
Working Environment:- This position requires frequent travel throughout Las Cruces, and surrounding communities. Drivers must be comfortable working in private homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and other healthcare settings.
- The position requires regular lifting, bending, standing, walking, and assisting patients with mobility while using proper body mechanics and safety procedures. Driver must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
- Why Join Mesilla Valley Hospice?
- At Mesilla Valley Hospice, our employees are the heart of everything we do. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where compassion, integrity, and excellence guide every interaction.
- Eligible employees may enjoy:
- Competitive compensation
- Employer paid Vision insuranceEmployer paid AD&D Life insuranceEmployer paid STD and LTD insurance
- Employee medical insurance with low premium
- Paid time off in addition to sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Continuing education and professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (when applicable)
- Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day
- Regulatory Compliance
Mesilla Valley Hospice complies with all applicable federal and New Mexico regulations governing hospice services, including Medicare Conditions of Participation and New Mexico hospice licensing requirements. Employees are expected to follow all organizational policies, patient rights standards, infection prevention practices, confidentiality requirements, and safety protocols while participating as members of the hospice interdisciplinary team.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, which may include a background check, drug screening, verification of driving record, and verification of eligibility to work in the United States.
Mesilla Valley Hospice is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee is treated with dignity and respect.
Join Our TeamIf you have a compassionate heart, an excellent driving record, and a desire to serve patients and families with kindness and professionalism, we encourage you to apply today.
Become part of the Mesilla Valley Hospice family and help us provide comfort, dignity, and compassionate care when it matters most.
