Patient Care Associate - Oncology - Full Time - Nights

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care to achieve highest level of wellness
• Work cooperatively with team members, recognizing group goals
• Perform designated clinical procedures
• Perform non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care

Requirements

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school curriculum (age 18+ and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program), or current Mercy co‑worker.

Licensure: None required.

Experience: None required; if no previous experience, Mercy provides a 175‑hour training program meeting state Department of Health and Senior Services requirements, to be completed within 90 days of hire.

Certifications: BLS certification required within one month of hire; completion of PCA competencies required within three months of hire.

Physical Requirements: Ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds regularly; prolonged standing and walking each shift; ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Qualifications

Preferred Certification: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans (for team members working 32+ hours per pay period)