Patient Care Associate- Med/Surg- Full Time - Nights

Mercy Co; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Ardmore, OK seeks a Patient Care Assistant who will assist in the individualized care of patients under the supervision of an RN or LPN. You will be part of a collaborative team focused on achieving each patient’s wellness goals.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing and walking during shifts, and completing a 175-hour training program during orientation as per state requirements. BLS certification is expected within 1 month of hire, and PCA competencies within 3 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or CNA/CPTC are acceptable.
• BLS certification required within one month of hire.
• PCA competencies to be completed within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN supervision.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Work cooperatively with a team to achieve patient wellness goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Care assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC

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 practice: 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 PCA position per state guidelines.

• - 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 Education:
• - Preferred Licensure:
• - Preferred Experience:
• - Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• - Preferred Other:

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.