Patient Care Associate - Neuro Trauma PCU

Patient Care Associate - Neuro Trauma PCU, Full Time

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s 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.

Seniority level:
Not Applicable |

Employment type:

Full-time

• Assist in individualized patient care under supervision to support the patient’s wellness goals.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to achieve common goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare career program; or current Mercy coworker.
• Licensure:
  None required.
• Experience:
  
  None required.
• In the state of practice:
  Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state 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.
• Certifications:
  
  BLS required within one month of hire; completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.
• Other:
  Minimum physical requirements — push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis; prolonged standing and walking; ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).