Patient Care Associate Float Pool

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN. The role emphasizes teamwork and assisting with clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks essential to patient care.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in a healthcare career program. BLS within one month of hire and PCA competencies within three months are required; lifting up to 50 pounds and prolonged standing are part of

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED, 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.
• Physical requirements: ability to push, pull, lift 50 pounds; prolonged standing and walking; grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, squat.
• Preferred: CNA certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under supervision.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks essential to patient care.
• Work cooperatively with the team to achieve care goals.
• Meet physical requirements and follow training protocols.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED; CNA/CPTC or healthcare program 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, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
• Licensure:
• Experience: None required
• In the state of Missouri: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the Missouri 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.
• In the state of Oklahoma:
• In the state of Arkansas:
• 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.