Patient Care Associate- Carthage PRN/As Needed

Mercy; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is looking for a patient care assistant (PCA) to assist in individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN. You will be part of a collaborative team, performing designated clinical procedures and essential non-clinical support tasks to help patients reach their highest wellness.

Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and training; no prior experience required. A 175-hour training program will be provided, with BLS certification within 1 month and PCA competencies within 3

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC or enrolled in a healthcare program.
• Licensure/Certifications: BLS required within 1 month of hire; PCA competencies within 3 months.
• Experience: None required.
• Training: 175-hour Mercy-provided training during orientation within 90 days.
• Preferred: CNA certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and essential non-clinical support tasks.

Skills

Team player

Care procedures

Mobility assistance

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED / CNA-CPTC enrollment

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:

• Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program, 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.
• Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

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.