Patient Care Associate-FT, Days, Cardiac Stepdown

2 days ago

Saint Louis MO United States Mercy Full time

 

Position: Patient Care Associate

 

Department: Cardiac Stepdown, Mercy South

 

Shift: 36 hours/week, 7:00a-7:00p

 

“Our Patient Care Associate training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program, providing a comprehensive, hands-on experience. Join Mercy to gain valuable skills and credentials through this program in a supportive healthcare environment”

 

We’re a Little Different

 

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”


Overview:

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.

 

Job Description: 

Primary Responsibilities: - Performs daily hygiene measures.- Performs routine daily activities: ambulation, ensures dietary needs are met (ex. intake documentation, feeding assistance), turns and positions patients, observes for skin breakdown and utilize appropriate supplies to perform daily care.- Maintains Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Gathers and records patient data (ex. vital signs) and documents in EMR. Files reports accurately and timely - prepares charts for admission/ discharge/ transfers.- May perform point of care testing or specimen collection as determined by unit. (ex. glucose monitoring)- Observes changes or unusual occurrences in patient condition and reports them immediately to the appropriate personnel. Communicates with other members of the healthcare team to optimize the care of the patient.- Participates in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients and their belongings.- Demonstrates appropriate stewardship of resources, charge reconciliation process and document charges accordingly.- Utilizes good clinical judgement and effective time management skills.- Demonstrates flexibility regarding workload, assignments and accepts delegation of tasks while operating within scope of practice.- Maintain compliance with certifications and eLearning assignments- Performs clerical duties as needed (i.e., answers phones, monitors lights).- Other duties as assigned.Safety/Risk Management: - Follows Mercy policy and procedures related to safety, confidentiality, and patient rights/regulations.- Demonstrates knowledge of and practices sound infection prevention techniques.- Assesses safety needs and provides for a safe environment: ex: Fall Precautions; Restraint Management; Patient Identification; Unit/Departmental Specific Policies; Safe Patient Handling- Participates in Quality Improvement activities that ensure and enhance quality of patient care.Technology: - Utilizes unit specific technology to perform daily tasks and maintain appropriate communications (ex: computer, pagers, zone phones, Rover, etc.).

 


Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.

 

Experience: None required- In the state of Missouri: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. The program will be completed as part of the new hire orientation process and must be completed within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA position per state guidelines.

 

Minimum Physical Requirements- Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis- Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift- Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

 

Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

 

We Offer Great Benefits:


Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period

 

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.

 

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