Job Description

About us FaithCare Hawaii is a state-licensed home care agency in Honolulu, HI, and is able to service the whole Island of Oahu. FaithCare Hawaii\'s mission is to provide paraprofessional services to clients in their place of residence thereby assisting them to realize his or her highest level of independence and quality of life. We are committed to providing quality care/service by staff members who recognize the value of the aged and disabled. Our work philosophy includes: \xc2\xb7 Growth opportunities \xc2\xb7 Relaxed atmosphere \xc2\xb7 Flexible working hours \xc2\xb7 Trusted, reliable and supportive management FaithCare Hawaii is looking for a competent Nurse\'s aides or Caregiver to care for our clients in a professional and compassionate manner. It\xe2\x80\x99s an often demanding job as you will have to be available for most of the day and week. But, it can also be very satisfying and rewarding, since people who are ill, injured, disabled or elderly are thankful for high quality assistance. The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help clients. Send your resume to admin@faithcaregroup.com or fill up the application online at the link below:
https://faithcarehawaii.caresmartz360.com/prospectivecaregiver/caregiverapplicantform.aspx DUTIES OF A NURSE\'S AIDE (Personal Care Aide) Provides personal care and related services in the home, under the direction, instruction, and supervision of the Supervising Nurse: 1. Personal hygiene and grooming; 2. Bathing; 3. Skin care; 4. Oral hygiene; 5. Hair care; 6. Dressing; 7. Assistance in toileting; 8. Assistance with ambulation, mobility, transfers, and positioning; and 9. Personal care services do not include the management of the client\'s money or finances or the balancing of the client\'s checkbook. Tasks to be performed by a Personal Care Aide must be assigned by and performed under the supervision of the Supervising Nurse who will be responsible for the client care provided by the Personal Care Aide. Under no circumstances may a Personal Care Aide be assigned to receive or reduce any intravenous procedures, or any other sterile or invasive procedures, including enemas. RESPONSIBILITIES Follows the service plan to provide, safe, competent care to the client. Helps the client to maintain good personal hygiene and assists in maintaining a healthful, safe environment. Plans and prepares nutritious meals when instructed to do so by the service plan Assists the client with ambulation Encourages the client to become as independent as possible according to the service plan. Attempts to promote client\'s mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Gives simple emotional and psychological support to the client and other members of the household and establishes a relationship with the client and family which transmits trust and confidentiality. Reports any change in the client\'s mental or physical condition or in the home situation to the supervisor. Performs routine housekeeping tasks as related to a safe and comfortable environment for the client, as instructed by the Service plan: 1. Routine housecleaning such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, making beds, washing dishes, cleaning toilets, sinks, showers, or bathtubs, or disposing of rubbish; 2. Care of clothing and linens, including washing, drying, ironing, and mending; 3. Shopping for household supplies, clothing, and personal essentials; 4. Running errands or picking up medication; 5. Shopping for food or preparing meals; 6. Escorting the client to medical care services or to nutritional or recreational programs; and 7. Assisting with simple health care routines such as reminders to take oral medication, to maintain diet restrictions, or perform recommended exercises. Prepares a visit report timely and submits it for entry into the clinical record weekly. Confirms on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits. Works with personnel of other community agencies involved in the client\'s care as directed by the supervisor. Attends in-service as required by state regulation. JOB CONDITIONS The ability to drive and access clients\xe2\x80\x99 homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible is required. Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to report on the client\'s condition, to identify a change in client\'s condition, and to perform client care or assigned tasks. On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach, and move client weight up to 250 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds. Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing in English. COMPANY INFORMATION Has access to all client medical records which may be discussed with the Registered Nurse and the Supervising Nurse. All hired caregivers or direct care staff will be reporting to the RN Supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS Prefer a high school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of a basic nurse aid training program approved by the Department. OR has successfully completed coursework that qualifies a person as a certified or licensed health care professional. Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to client, self, and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate this. Must comprehend the basics of personal care, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. Must understand and respect clients including ethics and confidentiality of care. Must have a complete criminal background check via Fieldprint (at FaithCare Hawaii\'s expense). Must have current First Aid/CPR certification. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Per diem Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to give consent for a fingerprinting and background check?
• What is your availability? Specify days and times?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• TB Clearance (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person