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Patient Care Associate - Cardiac Stepdown - Full Time Nights

Mercy

St. Louis, MO
18 days ago

Job Description

Join Mercy as a Patient Care Associate in the Cardiac Stepdown department, where you'll assist in individualized patient care under the direction of nursing staff. This full-time role offers a chance for career advancement and participation in a comprehensive training program.

Key Responsibilities

  • Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records system
  • Assist with patient care needs including meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, patient mobility, and transport
  • Perform clerical support duties as needed
  • Conduct phlebotomy and blood cultures
  • Manage enteral feeding and wound care
  • Handle IV/Foley removal and trach care/suctioning

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • CNA/CPTC certification or enrollment in a healthcare career program

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Benefits & Perks

Education assistance towards nursing degreeHealth/Dental/Vision coverage available after day oneAnnual contribution to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSAPaid parental leave for new parents401k with employer match starting day onePTO accrual starts day one including a day for volunteeringCompetitive salaryFuture career growth opportunities