From 4 postings, the employer’s site and nurse reviews · Employer research Aug 12, 2026Sources
The short version
You walk into Ka Punawai Ola as an RN on a skilled nursing and post-acute team in Kapolei. The work includes clinical supervision of CNAs and LPNs on an interdisciplinary team.
Employer research, Aug 12, 2026
Full-time RNs can take a $3,000 sign-on ($1,500 part-time) for skilled nursing work that includes clinical supervision of CNAs and LPNs.
For experienced nursesSources
As of 2026Source: glassdoor.comGlassdoor puts RN total pay here around a $52 median hourly, with a reported range of roughly $45–$61 from a small set of salaries.
For experienced nursesSources
As of 2025-04-10Source: glassdoor.comYou would practice in Kapolei on Oahu’s west side inside a Life Care Centers of America skilled nursing building, part of a privately owned network with more than 200 U.S. locations.
If you are moving hereSources
As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com
Who it fits
Best fit
- LPNs and LVNs: 2 of 4 roles accept an LPN or LVN
Nursing here
- Career development
Employer states associates get opportunities to reach maximum potential via strong multidisciplinary teams; Glassdoor career opportunities rated 3.8.
Ka Punawai Ola · employer research
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com- Scheduling
Hours depend on census; one review also noted flexible time and good PTO accrual.
Ka Punawai Ola · employer research
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As of 2021-01-09Source: glassdoor.com
Benefits
Sign-on bonus of $3,000 full-time or $1,500 part-time; good PTO accrual and flexible time noted by staff. No 401k match reported in one review.
Published pay and benefits
- Hourly pay
$45-$61/hr
Glassdoor total pay range for Registered Nurse at Ka Punawai Ola, all experience levels
As of 2025-04-10
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- Hourly pay
$29-$33/hr
RN 1-3 years Kapolei HI submitted base range
As of 2021-08-06
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- Hourly pay
$29-$33/hr
RN 4-6 years Kapolei HI submitted base range
As of 2020-10-22
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- Hourly pay
$32-$38/hr
RN 1-3 years Honolulu HI submitted base range
As of 2022-07-07
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- Sign-on bonus
Sign-On Bonus $3,000 FT and $1,500 PT for RN Registered Nurse
As of 2026
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- Benefits
Employee review cites no 401k match
As of 2021-01-09
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The units
Skilled Nursing / Post-Acute
RN role prefers one year skilled nursing experience and includes clinical supervision of CNAs and LPNs on interdisciplinary team.
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Source location unconfirmedSource: glassdoor.com
What nurses say
Themes from public reviews
Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.
- Coworkers and environment
- Staff describe friendly coworkers and a nice work environment.
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As of 2022-07-07Source: glassdoor.com- Pay and supervision
- RN review cites low pay plus uncaring supervisors and favoritism.
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As of 2022-07-07Source: glassdoor.com- Benefits and PTO vs retirement
- Good people and PTO accrual noted; no 401k match and census-driven hours called out as cons.
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As of 2021-01-09Source: glassdoor.com
More review themes
- Teamwork and benefits
- Benefits and flexible time praised; lack of teamwork said to hinder improvement.
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As of 2018-03-03Source: glassdoor.com- Overall Glassdoor rating
- About 3.7 overall from 8 reviews; 67% would recommend; compensation category among lowest rated.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com
The hard parts
Compensation sits among the lowest-rated categories on Glassdoor, and more than one RN review calls out low pay along with uneven supervision.
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What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- When would a sign-on bonus have to be repaid?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
Common questions
Is there a sign-on bonus?
Yes, on 2 of 4 roles, up to $3,000.
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Ka Punawai Ola, and we tell you what happens next.
Current openings at Ka Punawai Ola
Sources
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/Ka-Punawai-Ola-Reviews-E8857715.htm
The short version, Nursing here, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2026
- glassdoor.com/Hourly-Pay/Ka-Punawai-Ola-Registered-Nurse-Hourly-Pay-E8857715_D_KO15,31.htm
The short version, Nursing here · as of 2025-04-10
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/Employee-Review-Ka-Punawai-Ola-E8857715-RVW40348916.htm
Nursing here, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2021-01-09
- lcca.com/locations/hi/ka-punawai-ola
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