Resident Care Aide/ Nurse Aide - Full Time

**Hiring for Full Time, Evening shifts (2:00 pm - 10:30 pm)** **COVID Vaccination is NOT Required!** **Must wear face masks** **No certifications required! Caregiving experience is a plus!** Minimum Qualifications: - Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job. - Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors. - Must be willing to assist others, including co-workers. - Must maintain regular attendance. - Must meet all local health regulations, pass per-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry. - Must have experience working with Kupuna/ Seniors - Preferred to have experience with working in Dementia Unit Essential Duties - Observe and practice safety according to facility policy and procedures - Promote and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, residents, visitors, volunteers and regulators. - Ensure resident’s comfort while assisting them in achieving their highest practicable level of functioning - Report to the Charge Nurse and the care giving team as appropriate and/or document according to policy and procedure - Safety - Residents’ Rights and Positive Relationships This position is very active and requires: - Walking, standing, reaching, bending, crouching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and lifting. - The ability to work at a rapid pace for an entire shift. - The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing up to 40 pounds. Following the patient care plan and using a variety of equipment, the employee may frequently move, reposition and transfer patients of varying weights up to 300 lbs. - Must have finger and hand dexterity sufficient to type, handle and manipulate instruments and operate departmental equipment. - Have a working understanding of English: ability to read and write; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to verbally communicate with residents and others; ability to hear and respond to pages. - Ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures. - Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and when handling multiple tasks. Kalakaua Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.