Patient Care Associate (Float Pool) - Full time, nights - Mercy Jefferson

About the Role

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.

This is a Float Pool Patient Care Tech position, 36 hours per week on the night shift at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO. If you love change and like to learn something new every day, the Float Pool offers the opportunity to develop clinical assessment skills as well as sharpen skills in communication and teamwork. Compassionate, hard-working, and flexible healthcare workers will find this role very rewarding.

Units You May Float To

• ED
• ICU
• TCU
• PCU
• All Med-Surg units
• Acute Rehab

Floating is based on experience.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT, or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.

Experience: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state of practice Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. The program will be completed as part of the new hire orientation process and must be finished within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCT position per state guidelines.

Certifications: BLS required within one month of hire; completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire.

Other:

• Minimum physical requirements include pushing, pulling, and/or lifting 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Preferred Experience: EMT, Paramedic, or previous patient care experience.

Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).

Benefits

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits for team members working 32+ hours per pay period, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

Schedule

36 hours per week, night shift.