OB Associate, Full Time, Night Shift

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis is seeking a patient care assistant to support OB, newborns, and postpartum patients. You will work under Nursing and Medical Staff direction, performing a wide range of clinical and non-clinical duties at night.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to Mercy Service Standards. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA certification or Mercy UAP training within 90 days, and BLS. Fluency in English is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have CNA certification and/or Mercy UAP training within 90 days of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care for OB patients, newborns, and postpartum care as part of a team.
• Perform clerical tasks, patient records, bed control, turnover, and registration.
• Assist with phlebotomy, transport of specimens, and supply management.
• Support nursing staff and assist with ADLs for patients.

Skills

Patient care

Team player

English proficiency

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA Certification

Mercy UAP training

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Maintains professional accountability and technical support for provision of patient care for the OB patients experience. Under the direction of Nursing and Medical Staff, provide a wide variety of duties related to patient care, clerical support and surgical assistance. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team and recognizes the importance of unit goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient and the success of the unit. May assist in operational support tasks including maintenance of patient records, bed control and turnover, patient registration, charge capture, ensuring adequate supplies, phlebotomy, transport of specimens, patient transport, obtain blood glucose, Birth Certificate entry, and other duties as assigned. Support the nursing team and patients by providing supportive care and assistance with ADL's to newborns, childbearing and postpartum patients, pediatric patients, and others as assigned. Maintains calm and works efficiently and effectively through obstetrical emergencies, as part of the team. All duties are performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Location: Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128

Schedule: Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Shift: Night Shift | 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM

Qualifications

Education:

• High-School Diploma or GED are required.
• Must either have a CNA Certification and/or complete the Mercy UAP training within 90 days of hire. Willing to train the right candidate.

Certifications

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Other

• Must understand English both written and spoken, must be able to perform job-related functions safely and successfully, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.

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.