Patient Care Associate: Start Your Nursing Path & Impact

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance toward nursing

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

PTO accrual begins

Competitive salary

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to assist in individualized patient care under the guidance of an RN or LPN. The role supports a 30-bed Med/Surg unit, handling routine tasks, vital signs, patient comfort, and basic clerical duties.

Growth opportunities include advancing to a Patient Care Technician (PCT) with additional responsibilities. Mercy offers strong benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA/CPTC certification or enrollment in a healthcare program preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and document in the EMR.
• Assist with meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation and transport.
• Provide clerical support as needed.
• Growth path to PCA Technician (PCT) with additional duties.

Skills

Vital signs documentation

Patient assistance

Clerical support

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC preferred

Tools

EMR

Job description

Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to assist in individualized patient care under the guidance of an RN or LPN. The role supports a 30-bed Med/Surg unit, handling routine tasks, vital signs, patient comfort, and basic clerical duties.

Growth opportunities include advancing to a Patient Care Technician (PCT) with additional responsibilities. Mercy offers strong benefits and a collaborative team environment.