At Kupuna Life, we value the incredible care and aloha our caregivers provide every day. To ensure we meet state requirements and continue providing safe, high-quality services to our clients, it’s important that all caregivers stay current with their required documents and certifications.

Whether you’re new to caregiving or a seasoned pro, here’s your friendly reminder to check that your documents are complete, up to date, and on file with the office.

Required Documents & Certifications

1. Background Checks & Clearances

• • Completed State of Hawaii criminal background check
  • Check of adult abuse registry and sex offender registry
  • Fingerprinting (if required by role)

Tip: Notify us if you’ve had any changes in your legal status, address, or employment history that may affect your clearance.

2. CPR & First Aid Certification

• • Current CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification
  • First Aid certification

Both must be kept current and active, please let the office know at least 30 days before your renewal date.

3. Health Requirements

• • Recent Tuberculosis (TB) clearance
  • Vaccination records (COVID-19, flu, or others if required by client assignment or agency policy)
  • Any other agency-required health screenings

If you haven’t submitted your TB clearance in the last 12 months, please schedule your screening as soon as possible.

4. Proof of Identity & Eligibility to Work

• • Valid government-issued ID (Hawaii State ID, Driver’s License, or Passport)
  • Social Security card or other work eligibility documentation

Let us know if any of your documents are expiring soon!

5. Training & Competency

• • Completed orientation training
  • Proof of competency in caregiving skills (e.g. ADLs, transfers, infection control)
  • Specialized training (for dementia care, Hoyer lift use, etc., as needed)

Ask us about upcoming in-service training, we offer several options to meet your yearly continuing education requirements.

6. References & Employment History

• • Up-to-date employment record/resume
  • At least 2–3 professional references (for new hires)

7. Vehicle Documents (If you drive clients)

• • Valid Hawaii Driver’s License
  • Proof of car insurance and registration
  • Clean driving abstract (if applicable)

Let us know if your driving eligibility has changed.

Pro Tips for Staying Organized

• Set calendar reminders for expiration dates (CPR, TB, ID)
• Keep digital and paper copies of all your certifications in a safe place
• Email HR or the office immediately if anything changes

Why This Matters

Keeping your documents and certifications up to date:

• Protects our clients and meets state regulations
• Keeps you in compliance with company and licensing requirements
• Ensures you’re eligible for assignments and pay

We deeply appreciate your professionalism and dedication, it’s what makes our team shine!

💬 Need Help or Have Questions?

Reach out to (HR’s name) at

(808) 272-8100 or email us at info@kupunalife.com (change it if needed)

We’re here to support you!

Mahalo nui loa for everything you do to care for our clients with compassion and aloha.

Your Kupuna Life Team