Patient Care Associate — CNA-Preferred, Team-Driven

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Oklahoma City seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA/UAP) to assist under the direction of the RN or LPN, helping with individualized patient care and contributing to team goals. The role involves performing designated clinical and non-clinical tasks essential to care, with emphasis on safety and compassionate patient support.

Training includes a 175-hour program; BLS is required within one month of hire, with PCA competencies within 3 months.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC or enrolled in a healthcare career program.
• Licensure: BLS required within one month of hire; PCA competencies within 3 months.
• Experience: None required.
• Other: Minimum physical requirements; ability to push/pull/lift 50 lb; standing/walking.

Responsibilities

• For AR/ LPN supervision, assists in individualized patient care to achieve wellness goals.
• Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to care.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Education

High school diploma / GED / CNA

Job description

Mercy in Oklahoma City seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA/UAP) to assist under the direction of the RN or LPN, helping with individualized patient care and contributing to team goals. The role involves performing designated clinical and non-clinical tasks essential to care, with emphasis on safety and compassionate patient support.

Training includes a 175-hour program; BLS is required within one month of hire, with PCA competencies within 3 months.