Patient Care Associate- PRN-Aurora

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for team

Job summary

Mercy in Springfield, MO is seeking a patient care assistant to assist in individualized patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN. You will work as part of a caring team, performing designated clinical procedures and essential non-clinical tasks to support patient wellness.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED (CNA/CPTC or enrollment in a health career program is encouraged). Mercy provides a required 175-hour training, BLS within one month, and ongoing opportunities for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA/CPTC or enrollment in healthcare program encouraged
• No prior experience required
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire; PCA competencies within 3 months
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs; stand/walk for long periods

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN/LPN direction
• Perform designated clinical procedures and essential non-clinical tasks
• Collaborate with the care team to achieve patient wellness
• Participate in Mercy training programs and orientation

Skills

Patient Care

Teamwork

Communication

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

CNA/CPTC

Tools

BLS

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.

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• 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.