Patient Care Associate-PCA -Cardiac Stepdown (3500) FT Days Job at Mercy, Fort Smith, AR

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  • Mercy
  • Fort Smith, AR

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy! Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patients highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient. Position Details: Position: Patient Care Associate-PCA Department: Cardiac Stepdown Shift: Full Time Days, 36hrs a week 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: 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. Health/Dental/Vision available after day one. Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA. Paid parental leave for new parents. 401k with employer match starting day one. PTO accrual starts day one and includes a day for volunteering. Competitive salary. Future career growth! Why Mercy? 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, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.6b250ea6-cee3-481d-915c-f7283f1b2f1b

Job Tags

Full time, Apprenticeship, Shift work,

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