Care Partner Trainee - Cardiac & Vascular Stepdown (Nights)

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. 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. Organization: 7N Cohort 40 Job Summary: Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. . POSITION HOURS Three (3) 12-hour shifts 6:45 p.m. - 7:15 a.m. Rotating based on unit need. No specific workdays or days off can be guaranteed. DEPARTMENT SUMMARY We care for adult patients 18 and older who are being treated for a variety of conditions, including pre- and post-op vascular surgeries, post-op open heart surgery, arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, and patients' pre-open heart surgery. Our patients are unique because we see a variety of cardiac and vascular diagnoses with specialized needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Relevant Work Experience Experience Level : Less than 1 year

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees