Patient Care Associate PRN/As Needed Carthage
@ MercyPatient Care Associate PRN/As Needed Carthage
About the job
Mercy is a healthcare organization dedicated to compassionate patient care. This PRN PCA role involves assisting with patient needs, clinical procedures, and supporting a team-focused environment. No experience needed; training provided.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Prolonged standing and walking
- Ability to reach and squat
Qualifications
- BLS certification within 1 month
- CNA preferred
- Enrolled in health program
- Able to follow instructions
Full 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:
- 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.
- Licensure:
- Experience: None required.
- In the state of practice: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state of practice 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 hire.
- Other: 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.
- Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
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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