Care Partner - Neuro/Epilepsy FT Night Shift 18:45 - 07:15
About The Position
Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) assist with patient care and maintain unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. In this Neuro/Epilepsy role, they provide hands-on patient care and support clinical procedures, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside responsibilities. The role supports day-to-day patient care, safe and efficient patient flow, communication with patients and families, and unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment, and environmental standards. Additional duties may be assigned. This is a full-time night-shift position working three 12-hour shifts per week, from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. The schedule rotates according to unit staffing needs; set schedules are not available. Night-shift employees must attend daytime orientation during their first week. The position is with Vanderbilt University Hospital’s Neuroscience Acute Care unit in Nashville, Tennessee.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
- Meet at least one of the following: current enrollment in an RN program with successful completion of the first semester and nursing fundamentals clinical; graduation from a Nursing Assistant/Aide Training Program within the past year with certificate; or at least one year of recent experience within the last two years as a Care Partner, Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician.
- Provide a current resume that includes all patient-care experience and month/year start and end dates for each position, is in reverse chronological order, describes patient-care responsibilities and skills, and lists hospital units worked if applicable and clinical rotations for nursing students.
- Submit the resume in PDF or Word format; screenshots are not accepted.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital experience.
- Flexible availability.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Professional, reliable, and patient-centered approach.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient care and maintain unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Assist with day-to-day delivery of patient care, including bedside responsibilities and support for clinical procedures.
- Support procedures and care tasks such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and vital signs.
- Facilitate efficient and safe patient care and patient flow by following work-area standards.
- Communicate with patients and families and help convey their needs for education and support.
- Maintain unit supplies, equipment, patient rooms, and environmental standards to support unit operations and patient flow.
- Document patient care using clinical applications.
- Organize assigned work, anticipate basic resource needs, and provide clear and accurate status reports on patient care assignments.
- Follow safety and regulatory requirements, report unsafe conditions, and demonstrate Vanderbilt CREDO behaviors.
Benefits
- Meaningful work that impacts lives every day.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
- Opportunity to work at a nationally recognized medical center.
- Comprehensive benefits package, which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
