Patient Care Associate 7H Burn ICU

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,500

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a patient care assistant/ PCA to assist with individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. You will work as part of a caring team and perform clinical procedures and supportive tasks essential to patient care.

The role includes a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus for full-time staff and a structured orientation.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
• Certifications: BLS required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.
• Experience: None required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN direction to promote wellness.
• Work cooperatively as part of a team and support group goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks essential to patient care.

Education

High school diploma / GED

CNA/CPTC

Enrolled in healthcare career program

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:

$1,500 sign on bonus for full time PCA/PCT's

Full and Part time positions available on day and night shifts.

• 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.

This position is part of a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program, designed to provide structured training, mentorship, and career development opportunities that prepare participants for long-term success in healthcare.

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.