Patient Care Associate PCA Burn ICU

St. Louis MO

7 PM- 7AM

Rotating Weekends & Holidays Required

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking compassionate motivated and detail-oriented Patient Care Associates (PCAs) to join our highly specialized Burn Intensive Care Unit (Burn ICU) team.

This unique opportunity allows you to work alongside experienced critical care nurses physicians and multidisciplinary specialists caring for patients with complex burn injuries wound care needs and critical illnesses. Youll gain valuable hands-on experience in an advanced critical care environment while making a meaningful difference in patients recovery journeys.

This role is an excellent fit for students pursuing careers in:

Nursing

Medicine

Physician Assistant Studies

Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Other Healthcare Fields

Please list your healthcare program nursing program or career pathway on your resume and application.

At Mercy youre more than an employee. Youre part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing exceptional care with compassion dignity and respect.

Youll gain valuable critical care experience develop strong clinical skills and work alongside a team that is committed to supporting your growth and success.

Named one of Modern Healthcares Top 100 Places to Work

Health Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Education Assistance Toward a Nursing Degree

Paid Time Off Begins Accruing Immediately

Volunteer Day Benefit

Career Development & Advancement Opportunities

Under the direction of an RN or LPN the Patient Care Associate performs direct patient care activities and supports the Burn ICU team in delivering exceptional care to critically ill patients.

As an essential member of the care team you will assist with both clinical and non-clinical responsibilities while helping patients achieve their highest level of wellness and recovery.

• Assist with daily hygiene and personal care needs
• Assist with sterile dressing changes and advanced wound care procedures
• Support burn dressing changes wound assessments and hydrotherapy treatments
• Maintain sterile technique during wound care and dressing change procedures as delegated and within scope of practice
• Ambulate reposition and transfer patients safely
• Assist with feeding and monitor patient intake and output
• Observe and report changes in patient condition
• Obtain and document vital signs
• Provide skin care and assist in preventing skin breakdown
• Support patient comfort and safety throughout hospitalization

Mercy provides a 175-hour Department of Health and Senior Services-approved PCA Training Program completed during orientation and within your first 90 days of employment.

Mercys PCA Training Program is also an accredited U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program providing valuable hands-on experience mentorship and nationally recognized credentials to support your healthcare career journey.

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in a healthcare career program (including healthcare-focused high school programs)

Current Mercy co-workers are encouraged to apply

No previous healthcare experience required

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Previous healthcare patient care or clinical experience

Interest in critical care burn care emergency medicine or nursing

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 1 month of hire

Completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire

Maintain required certifications and training requirements

Ability to frequently lift push or pull up to 50 pounds

Prolonged standing and walking throughout shifts

Frequent bending kneeling reaching twisting gripping and squatting

Ability to safely assist patients with mobility and positioning

At Mercy compassion and professionalism go hand in hand. We value teamwork advocacy and going the extra mile to deliver exceptional care to our patients and families.

Working in the Burn ICU offers a unique opportunity to build advanced patient care skills while supporting individuals through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Our team will support you through every shift while providing opportunities to learn grow and develop your future healthcare career.

Whether youre pursuing nursing school medical school or another healthcare profession the Burn ICU provides an exceptional learning environment where youll gain meaningful critical care experience.

Apply today and join Mercys Burn ICU team to help bring healing hope and compassionate care to those who need it most.

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.