Patient Care Associate- PCA- Med/Surg- Full Time (36 hrs/wk) Day Shift

MHM Support Services; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Health coverage

Dependent Care FSA

Parental leave

401(k) match

PTO accrual

Competitive salary

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a Patient Care Associate to assist with individualized patient care under the supervision of an RN or LPN. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and high standards of safety and comfort.

On the day shift, this full-time position offers 36 hours per week with weekend/holiday rotation. Duties include vital signs, meals, hygiene, mobility, and light clerical tasks, with opportunities to grow into a Patient Care Technician through an accredited program.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA/CPTC certification or enrollment in healthcare career program preferred.
• No prior experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and accurately document in the electronic medical record system.
• Assist with patient needs: meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, mobility, and transport.
• Provide clerical support as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED; CNA/CPTC certification/pending

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

Additional Job Description Mercy Hospital Washington ***DAY SHIFT SIGN ON BONUS-$1,500*** Position: Patient Care Associate (PCA) Department: Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg) Shift: Days 6:30am-pm | Full-Time | 36 hours/week (Weekend/Holiday Rotation)

Benefits

• Career growth with educational assistance toward nursing degrees
• Health, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
• Monthly $100 contribution to Dependent Care FSA (eligible employees)
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with employer match from day one
• PTO accrual starts immediately — including volunteer time off
• Competitive salary

About the Department

Join our 30-bed Medical/Surgical Unit caring for patients with: Gastrointestinal disorders Oncology Urinary tract infections Dehydration Pneumonia COPD Wounds Post-operative care We maintain a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio supported by dedicated Patient Care Associates. Our team values teamwork, accountability, and creating a strong sense of belonging.

Position Overview

Under the guidance of an RN or LPN, the Patient Care Associate plays a vital role in providing individualized patient care to help patients reach their highest wellness.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and accurately document in the electronic medical record system
• Assist with patient needs: meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, mobility, and transport
• Provide clerical support as needed

Growth Opportunity

Advance your career to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and beyond!

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Additional Duties

• Phlebotomy and blood culture collection
• Enteral feeding administration
• Wound care IV and Foley catheter removal
• Tracheostomy care and suctioning

Training Program Accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program with comprehensive hands-on experience 175-hour training for those without prior experience, completed within 90 days of hire

BLS certification required within 1 month of hire Complete PCA competencies within 3 months

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED required CNA/CPTC certification or enrollment in a healthcare career program preferred No prior experience necessary

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs; prolonged standing and walking; flexibility to bend, kneel, squat, and reach

Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

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.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.

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