Float Pool Patient Care Associate
Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
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Job Summary
Department: Float Pool - Mercy STL - Ballas Campus
Hours / Shift: Days (7 am -7pm) Nights (7pm-7am)
PRN - ( 3 12 hour shifts in a 6 week period) you can pick up as many shifts as you would like.
Job Duties
Opportunity for Growth:
Advance through the career ladder to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and beyond!
Responsibilities for Patient Care Associate (PCA):
- Obtain vital signs and document in the electronic medical record system
- Assist with patient care needs including:
- Meals
- Bathing
- Toileting
- Ambulation
- Mobility assistance
- Patient transport
- Provide clerical support as needed
Responsibilities for Patient Care Technician (PCT):
- Perform all PCA job duties
- Phlebotomy / blood cultures
- Enteral feeding
- Wound care
- IV / Foley removal
- Tracheostomy care & suctioning
Training
- Our Patient Care Associate Training Program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program
- Gain hands-on experience in a supportive healthcare environment
No Experience No Problem!
- Mercy provides a required 175-hour training program that meets Department of Health and Senior Services requirements
- Training is completed during new hire orientation and must be finished within 90 days
Certifications Requirements:
- BLS required within 1 month of hire
- PCA competencies completed within 3 months of hire
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- CNA/CPTC or
- Currently enrolled in a healthcare program
- OR current Mercy co-worker
Experience:
- None required
Physical Requirements
- Ability to push pull and/or lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Prolonged standing and walking during shifts
- Ability to grip reach bend kneel twist and squat
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.
Required Experience:
IC
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.
