Mercy Health·Lorain, Ohio
The Patient Care Associate provides direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, including comfort measures, recording vital signs, personal care, and mobility assistance. They also act as a liaison between the patient and nurse, reporting changes or concerns, and delivering high-level customer service.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20
Work Shift: Evenings (United States of America)
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position Provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Work Experience Preference for recent experience in acute care and/or long-term care facility
Education: High School/GED (required)
20 Scheduled Weekly Hours
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Mercy Health [https://careers.mercy.com/us/en/lifeatmercy?utm_source=job_description] associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
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It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com [recruitment@mercy.com]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com [recruitment@mercy.com].
Candidates must possess a High School/GED and either have completed their first clinical rotation as a Nursing Student or passed state testing; BLS certification from the American Heart Association is preferred. Required skills include clear communication, understanding team directions, knowledge of safety standards, infection prevention, and basic patient care duties.
Market context
Support-services roles in Ohio are often tied to steady patient-facing operations, so employers typically look for dependable candidates who can handle long shifts, flexible scheduling, and direct exposure to blood and needles. These jobs can be competitive because the requirements are straightforward but the work is physically demanding and schedule-sensitive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm you can meet the shift and comfort-level expectations before applying.