Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy! 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. Position Details: Join Our Mercy Family at Mercy Hospital Washington!Position: Patient Care Associate (PCA)Department: Med/Surg - Adults & PediatricsShift: Full Time | Nights | 24 hrs/week About Our Department

Step into a high-energy, fast-paced 30-bed Med/Surg unit where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference! Our team provides care for both adult and pediatric patients - from post-op recovery to complex medical cases.

You'll gain hands-on experience with a diverse range of patients including:
Post-op (knees, hips, shoulders, colon resections, bariatric surgery)
Medical conditions such as sepsis, pancreatitis, and pneumonia
Occasional pediatric care (1-2 patients per month)

We take pride in our teamwork, compassion, and dedication - and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering excellent care.

Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:6 with strong PCA support

Your Role: Patient Care Associate

Under the supervision of an RN or LPN, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients' individualized care and helping them reach their highest level of wellness .

Core Responsibilities:

• Obtain and document vital signs in the EMR

• Assist patients with daily activities - meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, and transport

• Provide clerical support as needed

Opportunity to Grow:

Advance through our career ladder to become a Patient Care Technician (PCT) - gaining new skills such as:

• Phlebotomy & blood cultures

• Enteral feeding

• Wound care

• IV/Foley removal

• Trach care & suctioning

Training & Development

No experience? No problem!
Mercy offers an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program , providing hands-on learning and mentorship.

• Comprehensive 175-hour training program included with hire

• Must be completed within 90 days (per state guidelines)

• BLS required within 1 month of hire

• Completion of PCA competencies within 3 months

This program is a perfect first step for those pursuing a future in nursing or healthcare!

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; CNA/CPTC or current enrollment in a healthcare program preferred

• Experience: None required - training provided!

• Physical Requirements:

  • Push/pull/lift up to 50 lbs regularly

  • Prolonged standing/walking

  • Ability to bend, kneel, twist, squat as needed

• Preferred Certification: CNA

Why Choose Mercy?

We care for you so you can care for others.

Our Benefits Include:

• Education assistance toward your nursing degree

• Health, Dental, and Vision benefits - available Day One

• Paid parental leave for new parents

• 401(k) with employer match starting Day One

• PTO accrual begins immediately , including a day for volunteering

• $100 monthly contribution to Dependent Care FSA (for eligible coworkers)

• Career growth opportunities throughout Mercy

Join Us at Mercy Hospital Washington

If you're compassionate, dedicated, and ready to grow in your healthcare career - we'd love to have you on our team!
Apply today and make a difference, one patient at a time.

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Apprenticeship, Immediate start, Night shift,

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