Mercy Hospital Washington
Position : Patient Care Associate (PCA)
Department : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Shift : Nights| Full-Time | 36 hours / week (Weekend / Holiday Rotation)
Why Join Mercy?
💼 Career growth with educational assistance toward nursing degrees
🏥 Health, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
💰 Monthly $100 contribution to Dependent Care FSA (eligible employees)
👶 Paid parental leave
💸 401(k) with employer match from day one
🏖 PTO accrual starts immediately including volunteer time off
💵 Competitive salary
About the Department
Join our high-performing ICU / TCU team , working in a fast-paced, 19-bed unit that includes :
🛏 13-bed Intensive Care Unit
🛏 6-bed Transitional Care Unit (Step-Down)
Heres what sets us apart :
High-acuity care in a supportive, team-based environment
🧠 Collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork that empowers your voice and clinical judgment
🌱 Ideal for seasoned nurses ready to lead and new grads eager to grow
Position Overview
Under the guidance of an RN or LPN, the Patient Care Associate plays a vital role in providing individualized patient care to help patients reach their highest wellness.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care Associate (PCA) Duties :
Obtain vital signs and accurately document in the electronic medical record system
Assist with patient needs : meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, mobility, and transport
Provide clerical support as needed
Growth Opportunity :
Advance your career to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and beyond!
Patient Care Technician (PCT) Additional Duties :
Phlebotomy and blood culture collection
Enteral feeding administration
Wound care
IV and Foley catheter removal
Tracheostomy care and suctioning
Training Program
Accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program with comprehensive hands-on experience
175-hour training for those without prior experience, completed within 90 days of hire
BLS certification required within 1 month of hire
Complete PCA competencies within 3 months
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Patient Care Associate • Washington, MO, US