Patient Care Associate - Med Surg 5W

About the unit

Medsurg 5W cares for individuals with conditions such as small bowel obstructions, respiratory illnesses, cellulitis, diverticulitis, and pneumonia. Team members develop strong critical thinking, time management, and patient education skills in a supportive Med Surg environment.

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs and enter data into the electronic medical record
• Assist patients with daily needs (meals, bathing, toileting, mobility, transportation)
• Provide clerical support as needed
• Perform phlebotomy and collect blood cultures
• Administer enteral feedings
• Provide wound care
• Remove IVs and Foley catheters
• Perform tracheostomy care and suctioning

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC certification, or enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school
• Current Mercy co-workers are also eligible
• No prior experience required
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Prolonged standing and walking during shifts
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within one month of hire
• Completion of PCA competencies within three months of hire

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus: (24+ hours/week) – No Contract Required! $1,000 for Day Shift (paid in three installments: $250 at 90 days, $250 at 6 months, $500 at 12 months)$3,000 for Night Shift (paid in three installments: $750 at 90 days, $750 at 6 months, $1,500 at 12 months)
• 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

Schedule

Part-Time | 24 hours/week, Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Shift

• Day Shift | 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Night Shift | 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM