Ada Med Surg - Patient Care Associate - Full Time/Days

Mercy; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Ada, Kentucky, seeks a Patient Care Associate (PCA) or Nurse Tech for Med Surg. Full-time, three 12-hour day shifts, 7am–7pm. Under the direction of the RN or LPN, you will assist in individualized patient care to support wellness and teamwork.

Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in a healthcare program; current Mercy coworker eligible. BLS within one month; PCA competencies within 3 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC or enrolled in a healthcare program.
• BLS certification within one month of hire; PCA competencies within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN/LPN direction.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Work cooperatively as part of a care team to achieve patient wellness.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

GED

CNA/CPTC

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patients highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Position Details:

Mercy Hospital Ada

PCA or Nurse Tech, Med Surg

Full Time - Three12-hour shifts per week

Day Shift - 7am to 7pm

Our mission is clear.

We bring to life a healing ministry through our

compassionate care and exceptional service.

Overview

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patients highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Patient Care Associate - PCA Requirements:

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.

Experience: None required.

Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.

Physical Requirements:

Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.

Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience

Certification(s): Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Patient Care Tech (CPCT), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.