Patient Care Associate-PCA Float Part Time

Mercy; Joplin (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a healthcare attendant to support bedside care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. You will participate in a 175-hour state-required training for new hires and complete PCA competencies within 3 months.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC exposure, and be prepared for physical demands including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or CNA/CPTC training or enrollment in a healthcare program.
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire.
• CNA competencies to be completed within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC training or enrollment in healthcare program

Current Mercy coworker

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.