Patient Care Associate- FT Days 7a-7p
Company: Mercy
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: October 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionPosition: Patient Care Associate
Department: Medical Stepdown, Mercy South
Shift: 36 hours Full Time Days, 7:00am-7:00pm
Sign-On Bonus: $2500- $625 at 90 days, $625 at 6 months, $1250 at 1
year
"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!"
We're a Little Different
Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through
our compassionate care and exceptional service.
At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of
unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your
skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why
Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to
Work."
Overview:
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.
Job Description:
Primary Responsibilities: - Performs daily hygiene measures.-
Performs routine daily activities: ambulation, ensures dietary
needs are met (ex. intake documentation, feeding assistance), turns
and positions patients, observes for skin breakdown and utilize
appropriate supplies to perform daily care.- Maintains Electronic
Medical Record (EMR): Gathers and records patient data (ex. vital
signs) and documents in EMR. Files reports accurately and timely -
prepares charts for admission/ discharge/ transfers.- May perform
point of care testing or specimen collection as determined by unit.
(ex. glucose monitoring)- Observes changes or unusual occurrences
in patient condition and reports them immediately to the
appropriate personnel. Communicates with other members of the
healthcare team to optimize the care of the patient.- Participates
in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients and their
belongings.- Demonstrates appropriate stewardship of resources,
charge reconciliation process and document charges accordingly.-
Utilizes good clinical judgement and effective time management
skills.- Demonstrates flexibility regarding workload, assignments
and accepts delegation of tasks while operating within scope of
practice.- Maintain compliance with certifications and eLearning
assignments- Performs clerical duties as needed (i.e., answers
phones, monitors lights).- Other duties as assigned.Safety/Risk
Management: - Follows Mercy policy and procedures related to
safety, confidentiality, and patient rights/regulations.-
Demonstrates knowledge of and practices sound infection prevention
techniques.- Assesses safety needs and provides for a safe
environment: ex: Fall Precautions; Restraint Management; Patient
Identification; Unit/Departmental Specific Policies; Safe Patient
Handling- Participates in Quality Improvement activities that
ensure and enhance quality of patient care.Technology: - Utilizes
unit specific technology to perform daily tasks and maintain
appropriate communications (ex: computer, pagers, zone phones,
Rover, etc.).
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- In the state of Missouri: If no previous
experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program
that meets the Missouri 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.
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).
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO,
tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are
just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers,
including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate
care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of
your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to
pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience
through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're
expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it
all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a
positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step
with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid
to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part
of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we
encourage you to apply.
Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The
ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe
manner is an essential function of this job.
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