Patient Care Associate - Med 3 (Nights)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition support

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Associate to support patient care under the direction of nursing staff. The role includes assisting with daily activities, vital signs, and documentation in the EMR system. A structured apprenticeship prepares you for advancement to Patient Care Technician and beyond.

Mercy offers extensive benefits, including health coverage, tuition support, and a retirement plan. New hires complete required training within 90 days and pursue ongoing credentialing as part of a

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED or enrolled in a healthcare program.
• Experience: None required.
• Physical requirements: ability to lift 50 pounds, stand/walk long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vital signs, meals, bathing, and mobility.
• Provide PCA duties and escalate needs as trained.
• Support PCT duties such as phlebotomy, wound care, and IV removal when assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

Basic patient care

Clerical tasks

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA preferred

Tools

EMR (electronic medical records)

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

Position: Patient Care Associate-PCA

Department: Med 3 (3400/3500)

Shift: Full Time Nights, 36hrs a week

Job Duties

• Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and/or beyond.
• Responsibilities for Patient Care Associate (PCA):
  • Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records system
  • Assist with patient care needs including, meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, patient mobility, and transport.
  • Clerical support duties, as needed.
• Responsibilities for Patient Care Technician (PCT):
  • Patient Care Associate job duties.
  • Phlebotomy/blood cultures
  • Enteral Feeding
  • Wound care
  • IV/Foley removal
  • Trach care/suctioning

Training

• Our Patient Care Associate training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program, providing a comprehensive, hands‑on experience. Join Mercy to gain valuable skills and credentials through this program in a supportive healthcare environment!
• If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the 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.
• BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience: None required
• 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.