Patient Care Associate: Women's Health Unit

Mercy
paid time off
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
615 South New Ballas Road (Show on map)
Jan 31, 2026
Find your calling at Mercy! Are you passionate about helping others and eager to grow in the medical field? Join our compassionate Women's Health/GYN team as a Patient Care Associate (PCA) and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives every day. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a supportive, teamoriented environment and want hands-on clinical experience. Position Details: ???? Why You'll Love This Role Day shift position with a supportive team culture Excellent experience for nursing students and those exploring a health care career Opportunity to learn, grow, and gain skills under the guidance of RNs and LPNs Comprehensive training provided if you're new to the field ???? What You'll Do As a PCA, you'll support nurses and play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate patient care. Your responsibilities include: Clinical & Patient Care Assist with daily hygiene, turning/positioning, ambulation, and feeding support Monitor for signs of skin breakdown and use appropriate supplies for daily care Perform vital signs, collect patient data, and accurately document in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Participate in admissions, discharges, and transfers Conduct point-of-care testing such as glucose checks (based on unit needs) Observe and promptly report changes in patient condition Teamwork & Support Communicate effectively with the care team to ensure the best patient outcomes Demonstrate flexibility, good clinical judgment, and excellent time management Perform clerical tasks such as answering phones or monitoring call lights Support charge reconciliation and responsible resource stewardship Complete required certifications and eLearning assignments Other duties as assigned to help keep the unit running smoothly ???? Qualifications High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in a health care program Current Mercy co-workers are also eligible Training Provided No previous experience? No problem. We provide a 175hour training program (required for the state of practice), completed during new hire orientation. This must be finished within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA role. Certifications BLS required within one month of hire Completion of PCA competencies within three months ???? Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to: Push/pull/lift 50 pounds regularly Stand and walk for prolonged periods Frequently grip, bend, kneel, twist, and squat These physical movements are essential for safe patient handling and care delivery. ???? Start Your Journey in Women's Health with Us If you're compassionate, eager to learn, and committed to helping patients reach their highest level of wellness, we would love to meet you. Join a unit where teamwork, empathy, and professional growth come together. ???? Apply today and make a real difference-one patient at a time. 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.