Certified NurseMedication Aide

About Palolo Chinese Home
Established in 1896 Palolo Chinese Home is one of Hawaiis premier providers of long-term care for seniors of all ethnicities. Rooted in compassion and cultural tradition we offer a family-like environment where respect dignity and excellence guide everything we do.

Primary Purpose: Assists resident with activities of daily living including grooming bathing eating toileting mobility etc. Provides simple technical nursing services under the direction and supervision of the licensed nurses (RN and/or LPN). Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the residents physician.

Pay Range: $22.50 to $26.00
Shift: 2 pm to 10:30 pm

Benefits We Offer:
Temporary Housing: Available for eligible candidates (please inquire with HR).
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical (including drug vision and dental).
Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays 10 days of sick leave and 10 days of vacation to start.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with a 4% matching contribution.
Student Loan Help: Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer.
Sign-On & Retention Bonus: Available up to $5000 based on eligibility.
Education Support: Nurse Aide tuition reimbursement up to $1060 and Prometric exam reimbursement up to $300.
Extra Pay Incentives: Shift differentials (evening/overnight) Trainer differentials and ample overtime opportunities.
Referral Bonus: Available up to $3000 per successful employee referral.
Tax Savings: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and AFLAC supplemental insurance.
Daily Perks: On-site and street parking are 100% free plus discounted employee meals for only $3.50.

Essential Duties/Functions
Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and accurately documents administration effectiveness and any adverse reactions.
Observes residents and promptly reports changes in condition medication reactions errors or unusual findings to the appropriate nurse/supervisor and physician.
Stores and orders medications and supplies according to established policies.
Arrives on time participates in shift handoff reviews resident schedules and ensures continuity of care.
Assists residents with activities of daily living including bathing toileting grooming oral/denture care dressing and personal comfort.
Makes beds changes linens maintains resident rooms and assists with unit cleanliness.
Assists with meals monitors and records food and fluid intake provides nourishment and hydration and reports poor intake.
Assists residents with toileting and incontinence care while maintaining cleanliness and dignity.
Prepares and accompanies residents for appointments tests treatments activities and therapies as directed.
Assists with admissions transfers and discharges; obtains vital signs measures intake/output collects specimens and assists nurses with treatments and basic care.
Provides safe mobility assistance including ambulation transfers lifts range-of-motion and restorative care.
Follows proper infection-control handwashing glove use and safety procedures.
Documents all care provided accurately and maintains confidentiality of resident information.
Assists with clerical duties answers call lights promptly and performs errands as directed.
Ensures the safety comfort and well-being of residents.
Attends required training and maintains current physical examination and TB clearance as required.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have current CPR First Aid and Hawaii CNA certification.
At least 1 year experience in long term care preferred.
Must be able to read write speak and understand English to facilitate proper communication with others
Must have knowledge of medical terminology
Must be able to provide physical and emotional care to the aged and disabled
Demonstrates autonomy organization assertiveness flexibility and cooperation in performing job responsibilities.