Compassionate PCU Patient Care Associate

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and bonuses

Healthcare benefits and 403(b)

Tuition assistance and professional de

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) for the Progressive Care Unit at Lorain Hospital. Provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, adhering to regulations and departmental policies.

Requirements include nursing aide training or STNA/CNA certification, with experience or training in acute care settings. The role emphasizes high-quality customer service, accurate documentation, and safe patient mobility during 7p-7:30a shifts, including

Qualifications

• Nursing aide training or STNA/CNA required.
• Nursing program with at least one clinical rotation acceptable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of patient safety and basic clinical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN guidance.
• Record vital signs and assist with activities of daily living.
• Assist with mobility and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the nurse in charge.
• Maintain accurate, timely patient care documentation.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassionate patient care

Teamwork

Observation of patient condition

Documentation skills

Adaptability

Infection prevention basics

Education

Nursing aide training

STNA certification

CNA certification

Nursing program clinical rotation

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) for the Progressive Care Unit at Lorain Hospital. Provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, adhering to regulations and departmental policies.

Requirements include nursing aide training or STNA/CNA certification, with experience or training in acute care settings. The role emphasizes high-quality customer service, accurate documentation, and safe patient mobility during 7p-7:30a shifts, including