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MEDICAL ASSISTANT FP #59308 (KAUAI -KR322)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: March 02, 2021

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $3,870/month (HE07)

JOB LOCATION: The Clinic at Waimea – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located at The Clinic at Waimea of the Kaua’i Region Clinics. Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kaua’i Region Clinics are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The Medical Assistant will be responsible to assist the clinical licensed staff by performing a variety of tasks in order to ensure that necessary patient care and related technical work are performed. This position may be assigned to work with different specialties and in other clinic locations within the Kaua’i Region organization. In addition, the Medical Assistant may be subject to work on shifts, including evenings, and weekends and/or holidays depending on the operational needs.

This position will report to the Registered Professional Nurse IV: Clinic Nurse Manager, or its designee.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Certifications:

Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) from the National Healthcare Association (NHA); Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT); or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) must be obtained at time of appointment.

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association must be obtained at the time of appointment.  

Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible work experience as a Medical Assistant in an Outpatient Clinic or similar health institution setting assisting professional licensed clinical staff in the provision of care to outpatient patients. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of emergency medical practices, techniques and procedures; functional anatomy and human physiology.

Desirable Qualifications: Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm manner; ability to communicate and work effectively with distraught or agitated individuals.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements: All employees must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position.  The following physical, sensory and mental requirements are generally stated and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class.

  • Sensory: Read typewritten and/or handwritten orders and notes in patient charts; observe changes in patient skin color; hear through a stethoscope to measure a patient’s blood pressure and listen for heart and lung sounds.
  • Coordination and Dexterity: Apply dressings, slings and bandages; possess good bilateral hand and finger dexterity in order to assist physician and/or nurse.
  • Strength and Stamina: Ability to stand, walk and stoop for extended period of time; lift, transfer, reposition, move patients; and subdue uncontrolled patients.
  • Mobility: Move freely throughout the work setting and respond to emergency situations quickly.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT FP (KAUAI -KR321)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: March 02, 2021

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

POSITION NOS. & JOB LOCATIONS: *3 positions available*

  • 58275 & 59308 – The Clinic at Waimea
  • 59307 – The Urgent Care at Po’ipu

SALARY: $3,870/month (HE07)

FUNCTION: These positions are located under the Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consists of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalaheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalaheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipu, as well as The Clinic at Kapa’a. Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kaua’i Region Clinics are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i operating statewide.

The Medical Assistants will be responsible to assist the clinical licensed staff by performing a variety of tasks in order to ensure that necessary patient care and related technical work are performed. These positions may be assigned to work with different specialties and in other clinic locations within the Kaua’i Region organization. In addition, the Medical Assistants may be subject to work on shifts, including evenings, and weekends and holidays depending on the operational needs.

These positions will report to the Registered Professional Nurse IV (Clinic Nurse Manager), or its designee.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Certifications:

Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) from the National Healthcare Association (NHA); Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT); or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) must be obtained at time of appointment.

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association must be obtained at the time of appointment.  

Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible work experience as a Medical Assistant in an Outpatient Clinic or similar health institution setting assisting professional licensed clinical staff in the provision of care to outpatient patients. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of emergency medical practices, techniques and procedures; functional anatomy and human physiology.

Desirable Qualifications: Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm manner; ability to communicate and work effectively with distraught or agitated individuals.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements: All employees must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position.  The following physical, sensory and mental requirements are generally stated and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class.

  • Sensory: Read typewritten and/or handwritten orders and notes in patient charts; observe changes in patient skin color; hear through a stethoscope to measure a patient’s blood pressure and listen for heart and lung sounds.
  • Coordination and Dexterity: Apply dressings, slings and bandages; possess good bilateral hand and finger dexterity in order to assist physician and/or nurse.
  • Strength and Stamina: Ability to stand, walk and stoop for extended period of time; lift, transfer, reposition, move patients; and subdue uncontrolled patients.
  • Mobility: Move freely throughout the work setting and respond to emergency situations quickly.

REGISTERED PROF NURSE IV: CLINICAL INFORMATICIST (CLINIC) #59306 (KAUAI-KR319)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 23, 2021

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full-time

SALARY: $8,885/month (SR22, BU09)

JOB LOCATION:  Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Information System Department of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region. The Kaua’i Region consists of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and Kau’ai Region Clinics as part HHSC, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The Information Systems Department is responsible for the overall planning, analysis, development, improvement and evaluation of the Kaua’i Region’s information technology systems. This department also provides direct support of proper systems usage, analytical review of system effectiveness, and coordination of process improvement and continuous system upgrades in their use of Health System technology including the electronic medical records (EMR); maintains consistent and reliable communication for enhancements, fixes and any new developments related to the EMR system; and serves as liaison with Information System team, vendors and other HHSC facilities.

The Registered Professional Nurse IV (IT Clinical Informaticist) coordinates, facilitates, and assists with development, on-going maintenance, evaluation, and optimization of region wide electronic medical records system. Responsibilities include direct support to Kaua’i Region clinicians (physicians, nurses, pharmacists, ancillary and other interdisciplinary team members) in their use of our EMR system; competency validation; evaluating and optimizing internal work flows; and serving as a liaison between our EMR system and EMR vendor to communicate necessary technical enhancements and troubleshooting issues. The IT Clinical Analyst is responsible to engage, facilitate, and encourage collaboration among facilities/SMEs and end users to accomplish these outcomes. The position may be required to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and irregular hours. In addition, this position requires travel to and from each facility, clinic, and may also require off island travel for training or education on the EMR.

This position reports to the Information Systems Specialist VI, or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education:  Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. While not required, graduation from a nursing program with a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is highly desirable.

Licensure:   License to practice as professional nurse in the State of Hawaii. Applicants must submit evidence of current Hawaii RN licensure (a copy of valid license) at the time of appointment.

Experience:

One and one-half (1 ½) years of professional nursing work experience.

Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader; or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory or administrative capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

Selective Certification Requirements:  Of the one and one-half (1 ½ ) years of professional nursing work experience, must have one and one-half (1 ½) years of Subject Matter Expert (SME) and/or process improvement workflow analysis experience with clinical/technical EMR knowledge experience in a clinic setting.

Certification: Provide current Basic Life Support (BLS) must be presented upon first day of employment.

DIRECTOR OF NURSING: LONG TERM CARE #109783 (KAUAI -KR318)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 22, 2021

JOB STATUS:  Permanent / Full-Time

SALARY: Negotiable

JOB LOCATION:  Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital – Kapa’a, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Nursing Administration section of Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH). SMMH, Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), and Kaua’i Region Clinics, are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The Director of Nursing – Long Term Care is responsible for but not limited to ensuring that the care and services provided meet the satisfaction of the residents, their families, and medical staff; oversees activities and coordinates the operations of the long term care unit; provides oversight and monitors a wide range of operations in the long term care unit such as food service, physical, occupational, and recreational therapy, environmental conditions, medical equipment, and financial matters; administering policies and procedures; program planning and development; operation and capital budget preparation; public relations; and ensuring federal, state and accreditation standards are met; and any other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Regional Chief Nurse Executive.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Graduation with a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required.

Licensure: Possession of a current license to practice as a Professional Registered Nurse in the State of Hawaii required. Possession of Nursing Home Administration license preferred.

Experience: Five (5) to ten (10) years’ experience in a hospital or long term care environment with strong background in resident care, strategic planning, finance, and community relations. Successful track record partnering with physicians and other clinical staff. Familiar with CMS, State, or Federal Regulations governing Long Term Care.

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association must be presented at the time of appointment of hire.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

A comprehensive knowledge to interpret laws, rules, regulations, and policies; secure and analyze facts and data to make administrative decisions; articulate and compelling communicator with the ability to listen effectively; demonstrates maturity, integrity, strong initiative, caring and collaboration; maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians, other professionals and legislators in an environment noted for turbulence and ambiguity; meet and deal effectively with the public.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the position will not be disqualified under this section.

Subject to long and irregular hours; many interruptions; commuting to various work sites in Kaua’i.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

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ACCOUNTANT II #59278 (KAUAI -KR316)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 22, 2021

JOB STATUS:  Temporary without Benefits (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $22.69/hour (SR18)

JOB LOCATION: Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Finance Department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) and Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH). KVMH and SMMH are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC), a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The Kaua’i Region Finance Department provides a variety of fiscal services including bookkeeping, billing and collections, budgetary control, purchasing and inventory, and informs administration of financial condition. The Financial Dept. provides general accounting services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and inventory. The Finance Department also maintains financial data for budget preparation, implementation, and control.

The Accountant II is responsible to ensure the accurate and timely processing of the Accounting functions of all Kaua’i Region facilities including but not limited to: all aspects of all regional general accounting procedures, month-end closing, and reporting analytical review and cost accounting, accounts receivable, collections and payments, accounts payable, and payroll, and leave records, etc. This position requires completion of a large volume of work within a limited period of time. This position will be required to report to other facilities on a regular basis as determined in order to perform all of HHSC Kaua’i Region’s accounting aspects.

The Accountant II will report directly to the Accountant V: Accounting Supervisor, or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with at least 12 semester credit hours in accounting and/or auditing subjects.

Experience: One-half (1/2) year of progressively responsible professional accounting or auditing experience which may have included teaching accounting at the university level.

Certification: None required.

Licensure: None required.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Computer skills are desirable since most duties are related to use of personal computer and word processing. Use of software including, but not limited to, Excel, Microsoft Word.

A thorough knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and techniques of accounting and the ability to apply this knowledge to complex accounting problems; the ability to develop solutions to complex and unprecedented situations; and the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Public fiscal administration, including budgeting and financial reporting, and State appropriation and budget account procedures, and have the ability to supervise clerical and accounting subordinates.

Knowledge of the construction of accounting systems and methods of installing them, and may need to have the ability to learn the principles and practices of supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the position will not be disqualified under this section.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

Physical Demands: Light physical effort (lift/carry up to 20 lbs.); Occasional standing/walking; Excessive sitting.

Vision Requirements: Near Acuity- ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST IV (BUSINESS ANALYST) #58950 (KAUAI-KV218)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 19, 2021 Revised 7/1/2022

POSITION TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST IV (BUSINESS ANALYST)

This position serves as the Business Analyst of the Data Processing department and as the liaison between the users of the Kaua’i Region facilities and the vendors of financially automated systems. This position is responsible for coordinating, facilitating, and assisting with development, on-going maintenance, evaluation, and optimization of our region wide electronic medical records system and other financial support systems. All duties and responsibilities will encompass all entities under the Kaua’i Region. This position provides leave coverage for other members of the data processing team within the region. The position reports to the IT Systems Manager, or its designee.

Candidates must be able to work long and irregular hours, with nights and holiday coverage as required. In addition, candidates are subject to travel to all facilities within the Kaua’i Region based on hospital/clinic operation needs. Services are provided 24/7. 

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full Time (1.0 FTE)

LOCATION: This position is located in the Data Processing department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital, Waimea, Kauai. KVMH, Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consist of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalaheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipu, and the Clinic at Kapa’a are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Data Processing department provides overall planning, analysis, development, improvement and evaluation of the Kauai Region’s information technology systems. Provides for integrated, computer-assisted recording, classifying, summarizing, and transmitting, storing and retrieving of clinical and management information.

SALARY: $4,692 per month at 1.0 FTE | SR22 | BU13

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university. Major course work in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, or a closely related field preferred.

Experience:  Two and one half (2 ½) years of specialized experience in computer systems analysis which involved business analysis, design, documentation, and implementation of computer systems.

Select Certification: Of the two and one half (2 ½) years of specialized experienced, must possess a minimum of two and a half (2 ½) years of experience in a hospital or health care setting (i.e. billing, patient financial services, reimbursement, or CDM). Cerner Community Works or Millennium experience preferred. Use of excel and access database is required.

Licensure: Applicants must possess a valid license to drive in the State of Hawai’i.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the positions will not be disqualified under this section.

Mental/Emotional Requirements:  All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

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ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES WORKER II #30369 (KAUAI -KR315)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 12, 2021

JOB STATUS:  Permanent / Full Time (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $3,691/month (BC02)

JOB LOCATION:  Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION:  This position is located in the Housekeeping department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH, Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and Kaua’i Region Clinics are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i, operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The EVS Worker II performs routine manual work in cleaning and maintaining hospital facilities and also performs heavy lifting, cleans places and equipment which are not easily accessible, does simple building repair work and operates heavy industrial type cleaning equipment; and performs other related duties as assigned. This position may be scheduled to work weekends, holidays and evenings and will be under the direct supervision of the Environmental Services Superintendent I, or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of: Practices, tools and materials used in janitorial work; knowledge of basic practices in methods of infection control, housekeeping protocols and procedures, safety, handling and disposal of waste preferred. 

Ability to: Lift and carry heavy furniture and equipment; understand and follow oral and written instructions; perform minor building repair and maintenance tasks; and safely operate heavy industrial type cleaning equipment. Ability to reference Material Safety Data Sheet to safely work with departmental chemicals; use small hand tools such as screwdrivers, hammers, and wrenches to perform the daily duties that are assigned; work independently and complete all job assignments on a daily basis preferred.

Physical and Medical Requirements: Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.  

Mental/Emotional Requirements:  All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

REGISTERED PROF NURSE III (ICU/CCU) #59277 (KAUAI -KR314)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 12, 2021

JOB STATUS: Permanent/Full-Time (0.90 FTE)

SALARY: $7,254.90/month (SR20)

JOB LOCATION:  Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION:  This position is located in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH is part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The CCU provides services for patients requiring primarily surgical patients or patients with serious cardiac conditions requiring specialized services of coronary care.

The Registered Professional Nurse III (RPN III) provides nursing treatment and educational service for specific individualized age appropriate patient care of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population; develops and implements nursing care plans with other disciplines; determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system; communicates with the attending physicians regarding changes in patient’s status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies; responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment and other duties as assigned. Although designated to CCU, this RPN will be subject to cross training and may be assigned to float to other departments within the facility as needed (Labor & Deliver, Medical Surgical, Long Term Care, etc.). In addition, this position is subject to rotating shifts and to provide work on the weekends and holidays.

The RPN III works under the general supervision of the Unit Nurse Manager or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

Licensure: Valid, active license to practice as a professional nurse in the State of Hawaii.

Experience: Six (6) months of professional nursing experience.

Select Certification: Of the six (6) months of professional nursing experience required, six (6) months of professional nursing experience must have been in Acute Care, Intensive Care or Cardiac Care services.

Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications must be provided upon appointment of hire.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of: Nursing theory and practice; biological, physical, social and medicinal sciences as related to nursing theory and practice; thorough knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; nursing literature and current trends and developments in nursing.

Ability to: Apply nursing theory and practices to planning and giving nursing care; recognize, interpret and evaluate symptoms of patient’s condition and take appropriate action; direct the work of nursing assistants; work effectively and cooperatively with patients, family members, medical staff and employees. Must also have the ability to prepare comprehensive nursing diagnosis and nursing care plans; and plan and direct the work of lower level registered nurses and nursing assistants.

Familiarity with standards, regulations, requirements of Medicare, Medicaid, Joint Commission, procedures used in surveillance and control of hospital infections.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE FP #40213 (KAUAI -KR313)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 12, 2021

JOB STATUS: Permanent/Full-Time

SALARY: $3,475/month (HE04)

JOB LOCATION: Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital – Kapa’a, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION:  This position is located in Skilled Nursing Care department of Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH). SMMH is part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

Primary function of this position is responsible for providing direct patient care through the performance of a variety of nursing support tasks in accordance with established methods and procedures and other duties as assigned by the Unit Manager or Charge Nurse. Although assigned to the Skilled Nursing Care department, this position may be subject to be cross trained and floated to assist other departments within the hospital. This position is also subject to rotating shift work and may be required to work on weekends and/or holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Certifications Required:

Applicants must obtain a valid State of Hawai’i Nurse Aide Certificate certification and have completed a State approved training program which demonstrates knowledge of basic nursing skills (i.e., taking vital signs, measuring output, recognition of abnormal signs and symptoms, etc.); the aging process; first aid; patient rights; universal precautions; infection control; body mechanics; purpose and benefits of activities of daily living (i.e., eating/feeding, providing fluids, bathing, dressing, etc.); purpose and benefits of restorative care (i.e., use and application of assistive devices; range of motion activities; bowel and bladder training; correct use of bed pans, urinals, and/or commodes, etc.); and basic medical and nursing terminology.

Basic Life Support (BLS) must be presented upon hire.

Experience and Essential Knowledge and Abilities: One (1) year of work experience in a health facility such as a hospital or similar medically oriented institution where the primary or basic objective was to observe and report on a variety of physical and/or mental symptoms and conditions and implement care and/or treatment procedures for a caseload of patients. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills (i.e., taking vital signs, measuring output, recognition of abnormal signs and symptoms, etc.); first aid; patient rights; universal precautions; infection control; body mechanics; principles of growth and development; purpose and benefits of activities of daily living (i.e., eating/feeding, providing fluids, bathing, dressing, etc.); purpose and benefits of restorative care (i.e., use and application of assistive devices, range of motion activities, etc.); basic medical and nursing terminology; and the ability to assist and participate in the activities of the treatment team; assess each patient’s age specific needs; and independently provide age specific direct personal care services to a caseload of patients.

Knowledge of: Personal hygiene and bodily care.

Ability to: Read, write, speak and understand simple sentences in English; follow oral and written instructions precisely; get along well with others; acquire and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward patients with a variety of disabilities; retain emotional stability despite emotional and physical pressures; develop an appreciation of nursing and medical ethics.

Personal Characteristics: Patience, tact, an even temperament in meeting and dealing with others, and productive work habits.

Physical Requirements: All employees must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position. The following physical, sensory and mental requirements are generally stated and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class.

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE FP #59276 (KAUAI -KR312)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 12, 2021

JOB STATUS: Permanent/Full-Time

SALARY: $3,475/month (HE04)

JOB LOCATION: Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION:  This position is located in Skilled Nursing Care department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH is part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

Primary function of this position is responsible for providing direct patient care through the performance of a variety of nursing support tasks in accordance with established methods and procedures and other duties as assigned by the Unit Manager or Charge Nurse. Although assigned to the Skilled Nursing Care department, this position may be subject to be cross trained and floated to assist other departments within the hospital. This position is also subject to rotating shift work and may be required to work on weekends and/or holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Certifications Required:

Applicants must obtain a valid State of Hawaii Nurse Aide Certificate certification and have completed a State approved training program which demonstrates knowledge of basic nursing skills (i.e., taking vital signs, measuring output, recognition of abnormal signs and symptoms, etc.); the aging process; first aid; patient rights; universal precautions; infection control; body mechanics; purpose and benefits of activities of daily living (i.e., eating/feeding, providing fluids, bathing, dressing, etc.); purpose and benefits of restorative care (i.e., use and application of assistive devices; range of motion activities; bowel and bladder training; correct use of bed pans, urinals, and/or commodes, etc.); and basic medical and nursing terminology.

Basic Life Support (BLS) must be presented upon hire.

Experience and Essential Knowledge and Abilities: One (1) year of work experience in a health facility such as a hospital or similar medically oriented institution where the primary or basic objective was to observe and report on a variety of physical and/or mental symptoms and conditions and implement care and/or treatment procedures for a caseload of patients. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills (i.e., taking vital signs, measuring output, recognition of abnormal signs and symptoms, etc.); first aid; patient rights; universal precautions; infection control; body mechanics; principles of growth and development; purpose and benefits of activities of daily living (i.e., eating/feeding, providing fluids, bathing, dressing, etc.); purpose and benefits of restorative care (i.e., use and application of assistive devices, range of motion activities, etc.); basic medical and nursing terminology; and the ability to assist and participate in the activities of the treatment team; assess each patient’s age specific needs; and independently provide age specific direct personal care services to a caseload of patients.

Knowledge of: Personal hygiene and bodily care.

Ability to: Read, write, speak and understand simple sentences in English; follow oral and written instructions precisely; get along well with others; acquire and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward patients with a variety of disabilities; retain emotional stability despite emotional and physical pressures; develop an appreciation of nursing and medical ethics.

Personal Characteristics: Patience, tact, an even temperament in meeting and dealing with others, and productive work habits.

Physical Requirements: All employees must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position. The following physical, sensory and mental requirements are generally stated and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class.