Patient Care Associate-PCA

Mercy Co; Fort Smith (AR); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mercy seeks a compassionate Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the direction of RN or LPN in a hospital setting in Fort Smith, AR. You will perform both clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC enrollment, or current Mercy coworker status. BLS within one month of hire and PCA competencies within three months are required, with preferred CNA certification.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC enrollment, or being a Mercy coworker.
• No prior experience required.
• BLS within one month of hire and PCA competencies within three months.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk long shifts.
• Preferred CNA certification.

Responsabilités

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN guidance.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and essential non-clinical tasks.
• Collaborate with the care team to support patient wellness.

Connaissances

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication

Formation

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC enrollment or equivalent

BLS certification

PCA competencies training within 3 months

Description du poste

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:

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.

• - 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
• - Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire
• - 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.

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.