Patient Care Associate - ED / Nights

Mercy • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) works under the direction of an RN or LPN to assist with individualized patient care and support each patient in achieving their highest level of wellness. The PCA works cooperatively with others as part of a team, recognizes the importance of shared goals, performs designated clinical procedures, and completes non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care. This position is full-time, works nights for 36 hours per week, and is located in the Emergency Department at Mercy Hospital - W Memorial Rd.

Requirements

• High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPTC, enrollment in a healthcare career program through a high school curriculum, or age 18 and eligible to participate in Mercy's UAP training program; current Mercy co-workers are also eligible.
• No prior experience is required.
• If the employee has no previous experience, complete Mercy's required 175-hour training program within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA position, in accordance with state guidelines.
• BLS certification is required within one month of hire.
• Complete PCA competencies within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN.
• Support patients in achieving their highest level of wellness.
• Work cooperatively with others as part of a team and recognize the importance of group goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures.
• Perform non-clinical support tasks essential to providing patient care.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED