Med Surg Health Care Associate — Direct Patient Care

Mercy Health; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and professional  

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Health Care Associate to deliver direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse in accordance with policies and regulations. The role focuses on patient comfort, vital signs, personal care, mobility, and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include reporting changes to nurses, assisting with transfers, and delivering high-quality patient service. Prior experience in acute or long-term care is preferred, and EPIC EHR knowledge is valued.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in acute care or long-term care settings is preferred.
• Knowledge of patient safety standards and documentation requirements.
• Ability to follow directions and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under nurse supervision.
• Assist with mobility, daily living activities, and personal care.
• Report changes to the nurse and document care accurately.
• Support accurate hand-offs and timely communication.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Infection control

Vital signs

Documentation

Mobility support

Ambulation

Clinical technology

Education

Nursing aide training

STNA

CNA

Nurse Aide state testing

Nursing program with clinical

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Health Care Associate to deliver direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse in accordance with policies and regulations. The role focuses on patient comfort, vital signs, personal care, mobility, and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include reporting changes to nurses, assisting with transfers, and delivering high-quality patient service. Prior experience in acute or long-term care is preferred, and EPIC EHR knowledge is valued.