Float Pool Patient Care Associate-PCA- PRN

Mercy • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Under the direction of an RN or LPN, the Patient Care Associate assists with individualized patient care to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness. The role works cooperatively with others as part of a team, recognizes the importance of group goals, and performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.

For applicants in Missouri with no previous experience, Mercy provides a required 175-hour training program that meets Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. The program is completed during new-hire orientation and must be completed within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA position, as required by state guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, enrollment in a healthcare career program through a high school curriculum, and/or current employment as a Mercy co-worker.
• No previous experience required.
• In Missouri, applicants without previous experience must complete Mercy's 175-hour training program within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification is required within one month of hire.
• Complete PCA competencies within three months of hire.
• Able to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Able to stand and walk for prolonged periods during each shift.
• Able to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN.
• Work cooperatively with others as part of a team and contribute to group goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to 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