Patient Care Associate-PCA

Job Title: Patient Care Associate - PCA (PRN, Nights)

Location: Mercy Hospital Southeast, Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Surgical

Status: PRN

Shift: 12 hour Nights (1830-0700)

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the individualized care of the patient.
• Works cooperatively as part of a team.
• Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 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.
• BLS Required within one month of hire.
• Completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Experience is preferred for PRN status.
• If no previous experience, will be considered for PCA role in which 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.
• Preferred Experience: PCA, CNA, or active nursing student.

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.