Patient Care Associate-PCA (Non-Exempt)

Job Description

Mercy Rehab Hospital

Patient Care Associate / Patient Care Technician

Hours / Shift : 3 / 12 hr. shifts - Nights - 6 : 30 to 7 AM

Rotating weekends and holidays!

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital St. Louis is a state-of-the-art facility designed specifically for patients requiring inpatient rehabilitation services. We offer programs that range from single therapies to comprehensive, multidisciplinary programs for patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal-cord injuries, amputations, burns, orthopedic injuries and other conditions. We provide rehabilitative care to patients and families utilizing a team approach, with an emphasis on improving individual functional ability and quality of life. Our Treatment Team includes experienced Rehabilitation Nurses who provide excellent service and around-the-clock compassionate nursing care in an exceptional work environment.

Overview :

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness.

Job Duties :

• Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician ( PCT ) and / or beyond.
• Responsibilities for Patient Care Associate ( PCA ) :
• Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records system
• Assist with patient care needs including, meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, patient mobility, and transport.
• Clerical support duties, as needed.
• Responsibilities for Patient Care Technician ( PCT ) :
• Patient Care Associate job duties.
• Phlebotomy / blood cultures
• Enteral Feeding
• Wound care
• IV / Foley removal
• Trach care / suctioning

Training :

Qualifications :

Key Mercy Benefits :

EEO / AA / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans