Patient Care Associate-PCA Float Part Time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

You will perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks to help patients reach their highest level of wellness. This role requires a high school diploma or GED (or CNA/CPTC), BLS within one month of hire, and completion of the 175-hour training if no prior experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or CNA/CPTC or enrolled in a healthcare program.
• BLS certification required within one month of hire.
• No prior experience required; Mercy provides training as needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

BLS Certification

Mobility & Lifting

Teamwork & Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

CNA/CPTC or healthcare program enrollment

Mercy coworker current

Job description

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.