Patient Care Aide — Direct Care & Daily Living Support

US Lawns; Hilo (HI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Health plans

EAP

Retirement plan

Loan repayment programs

Job summary

Hilo Benioff Medical Center in East Hawaiʻi is seeking entry‑level patient care aides to provide direct patient care, assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support basic clinical procedures under licensed staff.

The role emphasizes respectful communication, infection control, patient safety, and teamwork in a 24/7 hospital environment; BLS certification is required within six months, and one year of health‑care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Provide direct patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, and report changes.
• Assist with routine clinical procedures under licensed personnel.
• Maintain infection control and patient safety in a 24/7 hospital setting.
• Communicate respectfully with patients and families, maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Monitor, measure, and document vital signs and patient observations.
• Assist with routine clinical procedures under licensed personnel.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control protocols.
• Communicate with patients and families, participate in care planning and discharge processes.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Infection control

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Hilo Benioff Medical Center in East Hawaiʻi is seeking entry‑level patient care aides to provide direct patient care, assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support basic clinical procedures under licensed staff.

The role emphasizes respectful communication, infection control, patient safety, and teamwork in a 24/7 hospital environment; BLS certification is required within six months, and one year of health‑care experience is preferred.