Senior Day Services Program 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.

Job Summary

Palolo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center part of Palolo Chinese Home is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nurse Aide to provide basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The Certified Nurse Aide will assist with activities of daily living, monitor patients' vital signs, and ensure a safe, clean environment for patients.

Pay starting: $19. 00 per hour - based on experience and skillset

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.
  
  

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a High School Diploma or GED required.
• Possess some experience and/or knowledge of activities appropriate in group setting for older adults
• Be able to lead activities and work with individual participants, as well as in group setting.
• Current Hawaii certification as a Certified Nurse Aide
• Current CPR & First Aid certification
• 2 step TB clearance
• Criminal Background Check, Fingerprinting, and Drug Screen Clearance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Responsibilities

• Ensure participant safety: Continuously supervise participants, prevent falls, respond to emergencies, and maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Provide personal care: Help with dressing, grooming, toileting, showering, transfers, walking, and other daily activities.
• Support activities: Encourage participation in recreational, educational, physical, social, cultural, and therapeutic activities.
• Provide transportation assistance: Help participants safely arrive, leave, and get in/out of vehicles.
• Monitor and report changes: Observe participants' conditions, behaviors, and progress and report concerns to the Supervisor.
• Follow care plans: Participate in assessments, goal-setting, interventions, and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Document accurately: Complete daily notes, attendance, care-plan records, incident reports, ADL assistance, fluid intake, and other required documentation.
• Maintain a professional environment: Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships with participants, families, caregivers, volunteers, and staff.
• Assist with program operations: Help plan activities and outings, manage supplies, maintain activity areas, and orient new aides or volunteers.
• Follow health and safety standards: Practice infection control, hand hygiene, PPE use, emergency preparedness, and confidentiality.
• Stay compliant: Maintain required health clearances and complete all required training and continuing education.
• Perform additional duties: Complete other responsibilities assigned by the Supervisor.
  
  

Work Hours

• Full time- 8 hour shift