Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
Certification
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.After hire
Education
Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
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Desire and ability to effectively train and educate all nursing associates and other associates as applicable
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Expert knowledge in field of practice
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Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
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Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
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Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
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Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
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Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
In range for Hawaii staff rolesHawaii staff postings that state pay run $29/hr to $66/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $61/hr, across 171 postings.
The workplace
Life Care Center of Hilo
Nursing Home
You clock in at 944 W. Kawailani Street, a quiet residential stretch of Hilo with Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea in view and the hospital about two miles away. The campus is described as the second-largest nursing home in Hawaii.…
The RN Staff Development Coordinator plans, organizes, develops, and directs all in service education in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure
Requirements
Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
One (1) year skilled nursing experience preferred
Teaching/education experience preferred
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job
Requirements
Desire and ability to effectively train and educate all nursing associates and other associates as applicable
Expert knowledge in field of practice
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
Plan, develop, direct, conduct, evaluate, and coordinate staff training, education, in service, and orientation
Maintain associate training and in service records
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Neighborhoods+Prospective residents often choose between central Hilo neighborhoods and lower-density outlying subdivisions. Core pockets such as Downtown Hilo Town and South Hilo provide immediate proximity to urban conveniences, grocery stores, and medical hubs. West Hilo off Saddle Road, along with cooler upland spots like Kurtistown, Mountain View, and Volcano, attract those who prefer higher elevations and tranquil rural surroundings. Subdivisions in the broader Puna district, notably Hawaiian Paradise Park and Ainaloa, sit roughly 15 to 20 minutes outside Hilo and represent more budget-friendly entry points, though they require a daily highway commute.
Prospective residents often choose between central Hilo neighborhoods and lower-density outlying subdivisions. Core pockets such as Downtown Hilo Town and South Hilo provide immediate proximity to urban conveniences, grocery stores, and medical hubs.
West Hilo off Saddle Road, along with cooler upland spots like Kurtistown, Mountain View, and Volcano, attract those who prefer higher elevations and tranquil rural surroundings. Subdivisions in the broader Puna district, notably Hawaiian Paradise Park and Ainaloa, sit roughly 15 to 20 minutes outside Hilo and represent more budget-friendly entry points, though they require a daily highway commute.
Getting around+Commuting within Hilo proper is straightforward and relatively brief, but travel times increase substantially when living in surrounding rural areas. Commuters traveling from outlying communities in the Puna district—such as Pāhoa, Ainaloa, or Hawaiian Paradise Park—often face highway congestion during peak morning and evening drive windows. Access to the island's western side and interior utilizes Saddle Road, while coastal trips north follow the scenic Hāmākua Coast corridor.
Commuting within Hilo proper is straightforward and relatively brief, but travel times increase substantially when living in surrounding rural areas. Commuters traveling from outlying communities in the Puna district—such as Pāhoa, Ainaloa, or Hawaiian Paradise Park—often face highway congestion during peak morning and evening drive windows.
Access to the island's western side and interior utilizes Saddle Road, while coastal trips north follow the scenic Hāmākua Coast corridor.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation is woven into daily life, driven by constant green scenery and flowing waterways. Prominent destinations right by the bay include the tranquil Japanese gardens at Liliʻuokalani Gardens and footbridge access to Coconut Island. Just inland and along the nearby coast, hikers and sightseers frequent Rainbow Falls, the 442-foot ʻAkaka Falls State Park, and the Kaumana Caves lava tube. Other nature-centric spots include the botanical rainforest setting of Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo, Onomea Bay along the scenic Hāmākua Coast, and farm tours at Lavaloha Chocolate Farm.
Outdoor recreation is woven into daily life, driven by constant green scenery and flowing waterways. Prominent destinations right by the bay include the tranquil Japanese gardens at Liliʻuokalani Gardens and footbridge access to Coconut Island.
Just inland and along the nearby coast, hikers and sightseers frequent Rainbow Falls, the 442-foot ʻAkaka Falls State Park, and the Kaumana Caves lava tube. Other nature-centric spots include the botanical rainforest setting of Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo, Onomea Bay along the scenic Hāmākua Coast, and farm tours at Lavaloha Chocolate Farm.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Hilo
Hilo presents a genuinely distinct living environment on the windward coast of the Big Island, characterized by over one hundred inches of annual rainfall, verdant rainforest vegetation, and an authentic local identity far removed from mainland tourist enclaves. For relocating healthcare professionals, the city offers an appealing balance of community warmth and natural drama. Central neighborhoods in South Hilo and Hilo Town keep medical staff close to major facilities, grocery centers, and celebrated eateries such as Ken's House of Pancakes, Conscious Culture Cafe, and Two Ladies Kitchen. Those who prioritize larger acreage or more accessible price points often look to Puna district subdivisions like Hawaiian Paradise Park or Ainaloa, trading shorter drives for a 15-to-20-minute highway commute. Downtime is defined by outdoor retreats—strolling through Liliʻuokalani Gardens, swimming off Coconut Island, visiting Rainbow Falls, or browsing the Hilo Farmers Market on Kamehameha Avenue. While prospective transplants must adjust to higher grocery and electric costs, persistent moisture, and a quiet nightlife, Hilo rewards adaptable nurses with rich cultural roots, incredible biodiversity, and a grounding sense of place.
