Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

Job Description

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital, North - 5401 W. Memorial Rd, Oklahoma City

Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

Job Type: Full Time - Days

Schedule: 6:30am 7pm, Weekends Vary

Your experience matters: Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care. Reports to: Department Director FLSA: Non-exempt

More About Our Team: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital is a 66-bed, inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital jointly operated by Lifepoint Rehabilitation and Mercy. Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, we serve our community by helping patients on their journey to recover after serious illness or injury. We seek enthusiastic professionals to provide superior care as part of our interdisciplinary team all within a welcoming environment.

How you'll contribute: Minimum Work Experience Previous relevant experience or completion of base skills as a registered nursing student Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Essential Functions Provides direct patient care Performs specific documentation in the patient's record Maintains equipment and supplies and participates in quality assurance Communicates appropriate information intradepartmental and interdepartmental Assists and participates in staff education and pursues continuing education for personal development. Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures.

Why join us: We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for: Education: Graduate of a Registered Nursing Program Licenses: Nursing Assistant Certificate Preferred Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days