Full Time Patient Care Associate- MedSurg/ICU

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship is seeking a patient care assistant to support nursing staff under the supervision of RNs or LPNs.

The role emphasizes compassionate, team-based patient care and adherence to clinical procedures and safety standards. Training will be provided; candidates should be ready to complete a 175-hour program within 90 days and obtain BLS within one month of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; CNA/CPTC preferred.
• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire.
• No prior healthcare experience required.
• 175-hour training program if no prior experience must be completed within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN direction.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Meet state health service training requirements within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain safety by meeting minimum physical requirements including lifting 50 pounds and standing/walking each shift.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA preference

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.

• 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.
• Licensure:
• Experience: None required.
• In the state of practice: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state of practice Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. The program will be completed as part of the new hire orientation process and must be completed within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA position per state guidelines.
• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.
• Other: Minimum Physical Requirements
• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
• Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

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

• 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.
• Licensure:
• Experience: None required.
• In the state of practice: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state of practice Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. The program will be completed as part of the new hire orientation process and must be completed within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA position per state guidelines.
• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.
• Other: Minimum Physical Requirements
• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
• Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

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. keyword(s): PCA, CNA, MedSurg, ICU