Patient Care Associate - Grow with a Caring Team

Mercy; Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Patient Care Assistant/Unlicensed Assistant to support patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate patient interaction, and adherence to safety standards. Training is provided, with certification steps required after onboarding.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED; CNA/CPTC preferred or enrollment in a healthcare program. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and prolonged standing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare career program, or age 18+ and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training.
• No prior experience required for PCA/UAP roles.
• BLS certification within one month; PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC cert or enrollment in healthcare program

Age 18+ and Mercy UAP training program or current Mercy coworker

Job description

Mercy is hiring a Patient Care Assistant/Unlicensed Assistant to support patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate patient interaction, and adherence to safety standards. Training is provided, with certification steps required after onboarding.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED; CNA/CPTC preferred or enrollment in a healthcare program. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and prolonged standing.