Care Partner Trainee - Transitional Care Unit FT Nights 18:45 - 07:15

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. All Candidates must attach an up-to-date resume to their application. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. The environment on our unit is collaborative, friendly, and filled with great teamwork. We care for adult patients 18 and older who are being treated for a variety of disease processes both medical and surgical. One of the perks of working on our unit is the opportunity to work on a new unit and be a part of its growth and development while creating a good work culture.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience)
Current enrollment in a professional nursing RN program with successful completion of the first semester (including nursing fundamentals clinical), OR Graduation from a Nursing Assistant or Aide Training Program within the past year (certificate of completion required), OR Minimum of one year of recent experience (within the past two years) as a care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician.
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Nice To Haves

One year of previous acute care experience in a hospital setting
Flexible availability
Professionalism and reliability
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
High emotional intelligence

Responsibilities

Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Assists with day-to-day delivery of patient care.
Facilitates efficient and safe patient care and flow by following work area standards.
Serves as a liaison for communication and education of patient and family needs.
Supports unit operations and patient flow by maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards.
The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.