Certified Nurse/Medication Aide

About Palolo Chinese Home
Established in 1896, Palolo Chinese Home is one of Hawai‘i’s 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 resident’s 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 $5,000 based on eligibility.
• Education Support: Nurse Aide tuition reimbursement up to $1,060 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 $3,000 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.