Emergency Dept Patient Care Associate — Training & Sign-On Bonus

Mercy; Springfield, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Patient Care Associate in the Emergency Department. Under supervision of the RN or LPN, you will assist with individualized patient care and perform clinical and support tasks. A 1,500 sign-on bonus is offered, with a structured apprenticeship program through the Department of Labor.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to training, and meeting state guidelines for PCA competencies. High school diploma or CNA/CPTC is required or in progress, with BLS within one month of

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare program.
• Experience: None required.
• Minimum physical requirements: ability to push/pull 50 lbs, stand and walk.
• Certifications: BLS within one month; CNA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN/LPN direction.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Support duties include phlebotomy, wound care, IV/Foley removal, enteral feeding, and trach care.

Skills

Teamwork

Clinical duties

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

CNA / CPTC or healthcare program enrollment

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Mercy is hiring a Patient Care Associate in the Emergency Department. Under supervision of the RN or LPN, you will assist with individualized patient care and perform clinical and support tasks. A 1,500 sign-on bonus is offered, with a structured apprenticeship program through the Department of Labor.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to training, and meeting state guidelines for PCA competencies. High school diploma or CNA/CPTC is required or in progress, with BLS within one month of