Patient Care Associate- PRN-Aurora

Mercy Hospital Springfield; Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Patient Care Assistant/Unlicensed Assistant to support patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate patient interaction, and adherence to safety standards. Training is provided, with certification steps required after onboarding.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED; CNA/CPTC preferred or enrollment in a healthcare program. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and prolonged standing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare career program, or age 18+ and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training.
• No prior experience required for PCA/UAP roles.
• BLS certification within one month; PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN direction.
• Work cooperatively as part of a team to meet patient goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC cert or enrollment in healthcare program

Age 18+ and Mercy UAP training program or 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 or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
• 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 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.