Patient Care Associate-PCA (Non-Exempt)

Company: Mercy
Location: Ada
Posted on: April 16, 2025

Job Description:

Position: Patient Care AssociateDepartment:--- ICUHours / Shift: - Part-time/Nights--- -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: -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. -Training: -Our Patient Care Associate training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program, providing a comprehensive, hands-on experience. Join Mercy to gain valuable skills and credentials through this program in a supportive healthcare environment! -If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. The program will be completed as part of the new hire orientation process and must be completed within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA position per state guidelines. -BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire - -Qualifications: -Education: -High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy. -Experience: -None required -Minimum Physical Requirements -Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis -Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift -Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties -Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). - -Key Mercy Benefits: -Education assistance towards nursing degree. -Paid parental leave for new parents. -401k with employer match starting day one. -Competitive salary. -Future career growth!--- - -EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Keywords: Mercy, Lawton , Patient Care Associate-PCA (Non-Exempt), Other , Ada, Oklahoma