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Patient Care Associate - Cardiac Stepdown - Full Time Nights

Mercy

St. Louis, MO
19 days ago

Job Description

Join Mercy as a Patient Care Associate in our Cardiac Stepdown department. You'll provide essential patient care and support, working closely with RNs or LPNs to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness. This role offers opportunities for advancement and valuable hands-on training in a supportive healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or G.E.D.
  • CNA/CPTC or enrollment in a healthcare career program
  • Ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds
  • Prolonged standing and walking

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Benefits & Perks

Education assistance towards nursing degreeHealth/Dental/Vision available after day oneAnnual $100 contribution to eligible co-workers enrolled in Dependent Care FSAPaid parental leave for new parents401k with employer match starting day onePTO accrual starting day one including a day for volunteeringCompetitive salaryFuture career growth opportunities