Neuro Stepdown PCA/PCT: Sign-On Bonus + Training

Mercy Co; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Neuro Stepdown Unit at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis. The unit specializes in high‑acuity neuro conditions, post‑trauma care, and respiratory support, with BiPAP and ventilators as needed.

Part-time and full-time schedules are available, with day and night shifts. A $1,000 sign‑on bonus for day shifts and $3,000 for night shifts is offered, along with Mercy's comprehensive benefits and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC certification, or enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school.
• Experience: No prior experience required.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required within one month of hire; PCA competencies to be completed within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs and enter data into the electronic medical record.
• Assist patients with daily needs (meals, bathing, toileting, mobility, transportation).
• Provide clerical support as needed.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect blood cultures (PCT).
• Administer enteral feedings (PCT).
• Provide wound care (PCT).
• Remove IVs and Foley catheters (PCT).
• Perform tracheostomy care and suctioning (PCT).

Education

High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC certification, or enrollment in a healthcare career program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Neuro Stepdown Unit at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis. The unit specializes in high‑acuity neuro conditions, post‑trauma care, and respiratory support, with BiPAP and ventilators as needed.

Part-time and full-time schedules are available, with day and night shifts. A $1,000 sign‑on bonus for day shifts and $3,000 for night shifts is offered, along with Mercy's comprehensive benefits and tuition support.