Patient Care Associate

Find your calling at Mercy! Full-Time Days | 36 Hours per Week Minimum Are you passionate about providing compassionate care and supporting mothers, newborns, and families during some of life's most meaningful moments? Mercy is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Associate (PCA) to join our Mother Baby Unit. Whether you are an experienced PCA, CNA, caregiver, or healthcare professional looking to grow your career in a supportive environment, In this rewarding role, you will work closely with nurses and the healthcare team to deliver exceptional patient care while helping create a positive experience for new mothers and their babies. Position Details: What You'll Do Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will provide direct patient care and support services, including: Assisting patients with daily hygiene and personal care needs Supporting mobility, ambulation, repositioning, and comfort measures Helping meet nutritional needs, including feeding assistance and intake documentation Monitoring and documenting vital signs and patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) Identifying and promptly reporting changes in patient condition Assisting with admissions, discharges, and patient transfers Performing point-of-care testing or specimen collection as appropriate Providing clerical support, including answering phones and responding to call lights Collaborating with nurses and other healthcare team members to ensure high-quality patient care Utilizing sound clinical judgment, strong time-management skills, and flexibility in a fast-paced environment Why Join Mercy's Mother Baby Team? Full-time day shift schedule Opportunity to care for mothers and newborns during a special stage of life Supportive team-oriented culture Training and development opportunities for those new to healthcare Career growth within one of the region's leading healthcare organizations Meaningful work that makes a difference every day Preferred Experience We highly encourage applications from candidates with experience in: Patient Care Associate (PCA) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Patient Care Technician (PCT) Home Health Aide (HHA) Caregiver or direct patient care roles Hospital, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, or home health settings Previous healthcare experience is valued, but not required. Qualifications Education/Exp One of the following: High school diploma or GED CNA or Certified Patient Care Technician credentials Enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school curriculum Age 18 or older and eligible to participate in Mercy's UAP training program Current Mercy co-worker Previous patient care experience preferred but not required. Training Candidates without prior qualifying experience will complete Mercy's 175-hour training program as part of orientation. Training must be completed within 90 days of hire in accordance with state guidelines. Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within one month of hire PCA competencies completed within three months of hire Safety & Quality Our team members are committed to: Maintaining patient safety, privacy, and dignity Practicing infection prevention techniques Following fall prevention, patient identification, restraint management, and safe patient handling protocols Supporting quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes Physical Requirements Ability to regularly push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift Ability to bend, kneel, squat, twist, reach, and perform repetitive movements as needed Make a Difference Every Day If you enjoy hands-on patient care, thrive in a team environment, and want to help deliver exceptional care to mothers and newborns, we'd love to hear from you. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr