Patient Care Associate | Caring Team, Growth & Benefits

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Patient Care Assistant to assist in the individualized care of patients under the direction of registered or licensed practical nurses. The role emphasizes teamwork and completion of designated clinical procedures and support tasks essential to patient care.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with BLS certification within one month and PCA competencies within three months of hire. A 175-hour state program may be provided as part of orientation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC or enrolled in a healthcare career program.
• BLS required within one month of hire; complete PCA competencies within 3 months.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team player

Patient care

Education

High school diploma / GED / CNA training

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Mercy seeks a Patient Care Assistant to assist in the individualized care of patients under the direction of registered or licensed practical nurses. The role emphasizes teamwork and completion of designated clinical procedures and support tasks essential to patient care.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with BLS certification within one month and PCA competencies within three months of hire. A 175-hour state program may be provided as part of orientation.