What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant (Ewa Adult Day Care - Nurse Aide) position at St Francis Healthcare System of Hawaii?
Description
Who we are
St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawai'i has built a legacy of creating healthy communities. From introducing medical firsts to the islands over the years, to caring for kupuna, caregivers, and keiki today, we have held true to our Franciscan core values of peacemaking, simplicity, joy, and charity. Each team member is important to carrying out our mission through their commitment and compassion for helping others. Our team members thrive in a supportive environment where excellence, teamwork, and dedication are cultivated and valued. For us at St. Francis, healthcare is not simply a job but a devotion and calling to serve. We welcome you to join the St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawai'i 'ohana to continue our legacy of caring for Hawai'i's people.
Essential Job Functions
Responsible for working directly with clients and providing support and care. Duties include helping with therapeutic activities, following participant activity plan as needed / directed, accompanying clients to bathroom or from one activity to another, and acting as primary caregiver for clients who need assistance with activities of daily living. Assists with serving of meals and snacks. Also responsible for cleaning of bathrooms and activities area as needed. Assists Program Director in preparing monthly activity calendar and daily agenda.
Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS : High School Graduate or equivalent. Certificate of completion of a State of Hawaii certified Nurse's Aide course (100 hours). State of Hawaii Nurse Aide Certification, preferred.
EXPERIENCE : Required : Six (6) months experience in an adult day care center, community health agency, nursing home or as a family member care-giver. Preferred : Two or more years' experience in an adult day care center, community health agency or nursing home.
SKILLS REQUIRED. Excellent people skills. Excellent verbal communication skills. Compassionate and enjoys working with senior citizens. Organizational skills. Current CPR and First Aid certification.
