Patient Care Associate - Surgical Stepdown - FT/Days
Company: Mercy
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
Position: Patient Care AssociateDepartment: - Surgical
StepdownShift: 36 hours/week, 7:00a-7:00pm -We're a Little
Different -Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing
ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At
Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique
individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills
and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern
Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."
-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. 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. -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! -Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma,
G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through
their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of
Mercy.Experience: None required
In the state of Missouri: If no
previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour
training program that meets the Missouri 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 hireOther:
Minimum Physical Requirements
Position requires individuals to
push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basisPosition
requires prolonged standing and walking each shiftPosition requires
the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to
perform dutiesPreferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant
(CNA). -We Offer Great Benefits:Day-one comprehensive health,
vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and
employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great
benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32
hours or more per pay period! -We're bringing to life a healing
ministry through compassionate care.At Mercy, our supportive
community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the
tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of
care and transform the health care experience through advanced
technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our
communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.What Makes You a
Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go
hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense
of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're
also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver
excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds
like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply. -
-EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Keywords: Mercy, O'Fallon , Patient Care Associate - Surgical Stepdown - FT/Days, Other , Saint Louis, Missouri
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