Patient Care Associate-PedsPICU
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
Perfect for Nursing Students Looking to JumpStart Their Career!Are you passionate about caring for others and eager to gain real clinical experience nowwhile youre still in school Join our Pediatric/PICU team as a Patient Care Associate (PCA) and make a meaningful impact every day.
In this role youll work sidebyside with experienced RNs and LPNs in a supportive teamfocused environment. Youll learn valuable skills provide hands-on care and grow your confidence while helping children and families during some of their most important moments.
Position Details:
Why Nursing Students Love This Role
- Hands-on patient care experience in high-acuity pediatric and PICU settings
- Mentorship from skilled nurses who love to teach
- A supportive team culture where your learning matters
- Paid training if you have no previous experience
- A meaningful opportunity to build your skills and your resume
What Youll Do
Under the direction of an RN or LPN you will:
- Assist with individualized patient care to help each child achieve their highest level of wellness
- Perform designated clinical procedures and essential non-clinical support tasks
- Collaborate as part of a strong compassionate care team
- Contribute to a positive safe and supportive environment for patients and families
Education & Requirements
- High school diploma GED CNA/CPTC or enrollment in a high schoolbased healthcare career program
- Nursing students are highly encouraged to apply
- Current Mercy co-workers are also eligible
Experience
No experience required!
- If youre new to healthcare Mercy provides a 175-hour state-approved training program as part of your orientation (must be completed within 90 days of hire).
Certifications
- BLS required within one month of hire
- Completion of PCA competencies within 3 months
Physical Requirements
This role requires:
- Ability to lift push or pull 50 lbs regularly
- Prolonged standing and walking
- Ability to grip reach bend kneel twist and squat to meet patient needs
Grow Your Future With Us
If youre passionate about caring for kids eager to gain real clinical skills and excited to work in a fast-paced high-impact environment wed love to meet you.
Apply today and start building the nursing career youve always envisionedright here.
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 youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
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About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.
