Patient Care Associate - Emergency Department - Full Time - Nights

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

This role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced healthcare setting. Mercy offers hands-on training, including a 175-hour state-required program for new hires, BLS certification within 1 month, and completion of PCA competencies within 3 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in Mercy's UAP training program.
• No prior experience required; Mercy provides required training.
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire; PCA competencies within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN.
• Work cooperatively with the care team to meet patient goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.

Education

High school diploma / GED / CNA

Enrolled in Mercy UAP training 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

• 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.