Patient Care Associate, PCA

About the Role

Join Mercy Hospital Washington's Surgical & Orthopedic Unit as a full-time, night shift Patient Care Associate (PCA). This high-energy, fast-paced unit specializes in caring for a diverse range of medical and post-operative patients, including those recovering from orthopedic procedures, general surgeries, bariatric surgery, sepsis, pancreatitis, and stable pneumothorax.

Position Details

• Department: Surgical & Orthopedic Unit
• Shift: Full-Time | Nights | 36 hours per week
• Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 (FT ONLY)

Key Responsibilities

Under the direction of an RN or LPN, the Patient Care Associate (PCA) will:

• Assist in the individualized care of the patient to achieve their highest level of wellness.
• Work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.
• Obtain and record vital signs in the electronic medical record.
• Assist patients with meals, hygiene, toileting, ambulation, and transport.
• Provide clerical support as needed.

Note: Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) perform additional duties including phlebotomy and blood cultures, enteral feedings, wound care, IV/Foley removal, and tracheostomy care and suctioning. Advancement opportunities are available through a career ladder.

Training & Development

• Mercy provides a comprehensive, hands-on PCA Training Program, an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship.
• If prior experience is lacking, a 175-hour training program (meeting Department of Health and Senior Services standards) will be completed within 90 days of hire.
• BLS Certification: Required within 1 month of hire.
• Competencies: Completed within 3 months of hire.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Certifications/Enrollment: CNA/CPTC certification, enrollment in a healthcare career program, or current Mercy co-worker preferred.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and squatting.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required – training is provided.
• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Benefits

• Education assistance toward nursing degrees.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.
• 401(k) with employer match beginning day one.
• Paid Parental Leave for new parents.
• Annual contribution of $100/month to eligible Dependent Care FSA.
• PTO accrual starts day one and includes a day for volunteering.
• Competitive pay and growth opportunities within Mercy.