Float Pool Patient Care Associate - Growth Path to PCT

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy STL Ballas Campus is seeking a Patient Care Associate to join the Float Pool. Under the direction of RNs or LPNs, you assist with individualized patient care, document vital signs, help with meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, and patient transport, and provide essential clerical support.

There is an accredited PCA Training Program with hands-on experience; growth to Patient Care Technician and beyond, including phlebotomy, wound care, IV care, and tracheostomy suctioning, all within a

Qualifications

• Obtains vital signs and documents in EMR.
• Assists with patient care needs including meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, mobility, and transport.
• Provides clerical support as needed.

Responsibilities

• PCA duties include the tasks listed above.
• PCT duties add phlebotomy, blood cultures, enteral feeding, wound care, IV/ Foley removal, and tracheostomy care.

Skills

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Patient transport

Clerical support

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC or currently enrolled in healthcare program

Mercy employee

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Mercy STL Ballas Campus is seeking a Patient Care Associate to join the Float Pool. Under the direction of RNs or LPNs, you assist with individualized patient care, document vital signs, help with meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, and patient transport, and provide essential clerical support.

There is an accredited PCA Training Program with hands-on experience; growth to Patient Care Technician and beyond, including phlebotomy, wound care, IV care, and tracheostomy suctioning, all within a