Patient Care Associate-PCA Float Pool PRN/As Needed

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is hiring Patient Care Assistants (PCA) to work under the direction of the RN or LPN, assisting in individualized patient care to achieve wellness. The role emphasizes teamwork and completing designated clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks essential to patient care.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC preferred, BLS within one month of hire, and a 175-hour Missouri training if no prior experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire
• CNA preferred; 175-hour Missouri training if no previous experience

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks
• Maintain safety and proper body mechanics during duties

Skills

Caregiving

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED / CNA

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.

• 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 Missouri: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the Missouri 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.
• In the state of Oklahoma:
• In the state of Arkansas:
• 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 Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

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.

• 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 Missouri: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the Missouri 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.
• In the state of Oklahoma:
• In the state of Arkansas:
• 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 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.