Patient Care Associate - MS ICU

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Patient Care Associate, where you'll play a vital role in delivering compassionate care to patients. This full-time position offers the opportunity to advance your career through a structured training program and the chance to transition into a Patient Care Technician role. Enjoy a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits, including health coverage from day one, education assistance, and PTO starting immediately. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Education assistance towards nursing degree

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with employer match

PTO accrual from day one

Volunteering day off

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CNA/CPTC preferred.
• No prior experience necessary; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care needs including meals, bathing, and mobility.
• Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Phlebotomy

Wound Care

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

CNA/CPTC Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records System

Job description

Position: Patient Care Associate-PCA

Department: MS ICU

Shift: Full Time Nights, 36hrs a week, 6:45p-7:15a

Overview:

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.

Job Duties:

• Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and/or beyond.
• Responsibilities forPatient 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 forPatient Care Technician(PCT):
  • Patient Care Associate job duties.
  • Phlebotomy/blood cultures
  • Enteral Feeding
  • Wound care
  • IV/Foley removal
  • Trach care/suctioning

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

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

Key Mercy Benefits:

• Education assistance towards nursing degree.
• Health/Dental/Vision available after day one.
• Contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA.
• Paid parental leave for new parents.
• 401k with employer match starting day one.
• PTO accrual starts day one and includes a day for volunteering.
• Competitive salary.
• Future career growth!

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