Registered Nurse - Med/Tele (3300) FT Nights

Company: Mercy
Location: Van Buren
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

Find your calling at Mercy!Overview: Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.Position Details: Position: Patient Care Associate-PCA Department: Cardiac Stepdown Shift: Full Time Days, 36hrs a week Job Duties: - Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and/or beyond. - Responsibilities for Patient Care Associate (PCA): - 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. - Clerical support duties, as needed. - Responsibilities for Patient Care Technician (PCT): - Patient Care Associate job duties. - Phlebotomy/blood cultures - Enteral Feeding - Wound care - IV/Foley removal - Trach care/suctioning Training: - 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! - If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the 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. - BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire 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 - 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). 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. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted to the Employer by SonicJobs. See Mercy Terms & Conditions at https://www.mercy.net/about/legal-notices/ and Privacy Policy at https://www.mercy.net/about/legal-notices/ and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/privacy-policy and Terms of Use at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/terms-conditions

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