Patient Care Associate - Mercy Hospital Joplin
8 hours ago
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:
Position: Patient Care Associate/Patient Care Technician
Department: MedSurg - 6 Surgical
Hours / Shift: Full-Time Nights
Overview:
Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness.
Job Duties:
Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and/or beyond.
Responsibilities for Patient Care Associate (PCA):
Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records system
Assist with patient care needs including, meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, patient mobility, and transport.
Clerical support duties, as needed.
Responsibilities for Patient Care Technician (PCT):
Patient Care Associate job duties.
Phlebotomy/blood cultures
Enteral Feeding
Wound care
IV/Foley removal
Trach care/suctioning
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC., and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
Experience: CNA/CMA experience or certification required.
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
Training:
Our Patient Care Associate training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program, providing a comprehensive, hands-on experience. Join Mercy to gain valuable skills and credentials through this program in a supportive healthcare environment
If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the 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.
BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire
Key Mercy Benefits:
Education assistance towards nursing degree.
Future career growth
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.
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