Patient Care Associate - Impactful Team Player

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

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.