Med-Surg Oncology Care Associate — Day Shift

3M HEALTHCARE; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Youngstown, OH, is seeking a patient care associate to provide direct patient care under the guidance of a registered nurse. This 36-hour-per-week day shift position is in a collective bargaining unit and based in the Med/Surg Oncology Unit - St. Elizabeth.

Responsibilities include recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and ensuring accurate documentation while maintaining a compassionate, team-oriented approach to patient care.

Qualifications

• Basic patient care skills and ability to follow nurse guidance.
• Experience in acute care, physician's offices, home health, hospice or long-term care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including comfort, vital signs, personal care and mobility.

Skills

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Follow directions

Patient safety basics

Clerical tasks

Vital signs documentation

Hygiene and daily living care

Mobility assistance

Clinical technology use

Accountability

Escalation of concerns

Education

Nursing aide training program

STNA certification (OH)

CNA certification

Nursing program with clinicals

Tools

Electronic medical records

Office software

Job description

Mercy Health in Youngstown, OH, is seeking a patient care associate to provide direct patient care under the guidance of a registered nurse. This 36-hour-per-week day shift position is in a collective bargaining unit and based in the Med/Surg Oncology Unit - St. Elizabeth.

Responsibilities include recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and ensuring accurate documentation while maintaining a compassionate, team-oriented approach to patient care.