Patient Care Associate - Inpatient Med Surg Job at Mercy, Arnold, MO

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  • Mercy
  • Arnold, MO

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: Patient Care Associate (PCA) – Inpatient Med Surg East Location: Mercy Hospital South 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128 Shift: Full-Time | 36 hours/week ⏰ Hours: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM (Night Shift) Sign-On Bonus: Up to $3,000 Paid out at 3, 6 and 12 months Why You’ll Love Working Here Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One: Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – up to 24 days in your first year , increasing to 34 days annually with tenure; includes a rollover program with a maximum accrual of 440 hours. Paid Parental Leave – Supporting you and your growing family 401(k) with Employer Match – Invest in your future with confidence Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $2,000/year for continuing education Dependent Care FSA Contribution – $100/month for eligible participants Paid Volunteer Time – Give back to your community while on the clock Free Parking – Convenience that saves you time and money Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and grow within Mercy Make a Difference Every Shift – Join Our Med Surg Team as a Patient Care Associate! Are you passionate about helping others and ready to take the next step in your healthcare journey? Mercy Hospital South is looking for compassionate, team-oriented individuals to join our Inpatient Med Surg East unit as a Patient Care Associate (PCA). In this hands-on role, you’ll work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide essential care and support to patients. From assisting with daily activities and hygiene to monitoring vital signs and ensuring a safe, healing environment—you’ll be a key part of each patient’s recovery journey. Qualifications Education & Experience: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or current enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school curriculum. Current Mercy co-workers are also eligible. No prior experience required—Mercy provides a 175-hour paid training program that meets state Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. This must be completed within 90 days of hire. Licensure & Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within one month of hire. Completion of PCA competencies required within three months of hire. Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Physical Requirements: Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly. Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift. Must be able to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform patient care tasks. Other Requirements: Strong time management and clinical judgment. Flexibility with assignments and willingness to work as part of a collaborative team. Commitment to maintaining compliance with required certifications and training. We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care. At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all. What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply. 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, Relocation package, Shift work, Night shift,

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