PCA- Patient Care Associate - Med / Surg - Part Time (24 hrs / wk) - Days

Mercy Hospital WashingtonPosition : Patient Care Associate (PCA)Department : Medical / Surgical (Med / Surg)Shift : Part-Time | 24 hours / week (Weekend / Holiday Rotation)About the DepartmentJoin our 30-bed Medical / Surgical Unit caring for patients with : Gastrointestinal disordersOncologyUrinary tract infectionsDehydrationPneumoniaCOPDWoundsPost-operative careWe maintain a 1 : 6 nurse-to-patient ratio supported by dedicated Patient Care Associates. Our team values teamwork, accountability, and creating a strong sense of belonging.Position OverviewUnder the guidance of an RN or LPN, the Patient Care Associate plays a vital role in providing individualized patient care to help patients reach their highest wellness.Key ResponsibilitiesPatient Care Associate (PCA) Duties : Obtain vital signs and accurately document in the electronic medical record systemAssist with patient needs : meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, mobility, and transportProvide clerical support as neededGrowth Opportunity : Advance your career to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and beyond!Patient Care Technician (PCT) Additional Duties : Phlebotomy and blood culture collectionEnteral feeding administrationWound careIV and Foley catheter removalTracheostomy care and suctioningTraining ProgramAccredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program with comprehensive hands-on experience175-hour training for those without prior experience, completed within 90 days of hireBLS certification required within 1 month of hireComplete PCA competencies within 3 monthsQualificationsEducation : High school diploma or GED requiredCNA / CPTC certification or enrollment in a healthcare career program preferredNo prior experience necessaryPhysical Requirements : Ability to lift / push / pull up to 50 lbs; prolonged standing and walking; flexibility to bend, kneel, squat, and reachPreferred : Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificationWhy Join Mercy? Career growth with educational assistance toward nursing degrees Health, dental, and vision coverage starting day one Monthly $100 contribution to Dependent Care FSA (eligible employees) Paid parental leave 401(k) with employer match from day one PTO accrual starts immediately including volunteer time off Competitive salary Ready to make a difference with Mercy Hospital? Join our compassionate team and advance your healthcare career today!