Care Companion: Gentle Patient Support and Team Ally

Mercy; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Springfield, MO seeks a patient care assistant to observe patients under the supervision of an RN or LPN. You will help maintain a safe, clean environment and support the nursing team, promoting a therapeutic atmosphere and efficient care.

Responsibilities include patient transport as directed and performing duties in line with Mercy's mission and standards. Eligible applicants may participate in Mercy's UAP training program and advance with the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPCT certification or enrollment in a healthcare career program, or be age 18+ and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of an RN or LPN, provides close observation of patients.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Promotes the therapeutic environment and nursing team efficiency.
• Provides safe patient transport throughout the facility as directed.
• Performs duties aligned with Mercy's mission, values, and Service Standards.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPCT certification

Enrolled in healthcare career program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the supervision of an RN (Registered Nurse) or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse), provides close observation of patients. Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Promotes the therapeutic environment and the efficiency of the nursing team. Can provide safe patient transport throughout the facility as directed. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPCT certification or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.

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.