Patient Care Associate (Float Pool) - Part time, Nights - Mercy Jefferson (Open)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Float Pool Patient Care Tech in Festus, MO. Under the direction of the RN or LPN, you will assist in individualized patient care and perform designated clinical and non-clinical tasks to support your patients' wellness.

This role offers chances to develop clinical assessment and teamwork skills across units such as ED, ICU, PCU, and Med‑Surg. A high school diploma or GED is required; BLS within one month and PCT competencies within three months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or enrolled in healthcare program).
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire; PCT competencies within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks.
• Float to ED, ICU, TCU, PCU, Med‑Surg, Acute Rehab based on experience.

Education

High school diploma / GED

CPCT / CNA credentials

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 patient's 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

Float Pool Patient Care Tech

24 hours per week

Festus, MO 63028

If you love change and like to learn something new every day then the

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 patient's 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

Float Pool Patient Care Tech

24 hours per week

Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Festus, MO 63028

If you love change and like to learn something new every day then the Float Pool is for you!

Float Pool gives the opportunity to develop clinical assessment skills as well as sharpen skills in communication and teamwork. Health care workers who are compassionate, hard-working, and flexible will find working on this unit very rewarding!

Units You May Float To Based On Experience

ED, ICU, TCU, PCU, all Med-Surg units, and Acute Rehab.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
• Experience: 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 PCT position per state guidelines.
• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCT 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 Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience.- Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).
  

Why Mercy?

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• 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.