Care Partner - Tullahoma ICU (Days)

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Tullahoma, TN

3d • Onsite

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: Intensive Care Unit Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY The Patient Care Technician is responsible for assisting in direct patient care specific to the unit assigned; assisting with patient transfers and repositioning, transporting of patients, supplies, or specimens; and any other duties as deemed necessary to ensure optimal patient care and physician service, under the direction and supervision of the professional nurse. The Patient Care Technician is responsible to the Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, Clinical Supervisor, Department Manager/Director, Nursing Supervisor, Associate Directors of Nursing Services and the Chief Nursing Officer. . POSITION HOURS Three (3) 12-hour shifts 6:45 a.m. - 7:15 p.m. Rotating based on unit need. No specific workdays or days off can be guaranteed. DEPARTMENT SUMMARY Our patients are unique because of their specialized needs and wide variety of diagnoses. We care for adult patients with many different critical illnesses. This patient population will allow you the opportunity to become comfortable with all body system needs. Care for patients, including : myocardial infarction acute respiratory failure shock diabetic keto acidosis multi-system organ failure KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provides patient care based upon the nursing process in accordance with the hospitals mission & vision, as directed and observed by the RN/LPN. Ability to work under limited supervision and to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to demonstrate effective communications skills, empathy, and unconditional positive regard toward all patients and co-workers. Compliance with organizational requirements, including policies, procedures and regulations specific to the unit. Flexibility in schedule in order to meet the needs of the patients, community and staff. Maintains annual education requirements prior to due date. Knowledge and implementation of standardized PPE regarding the prevention / transmission of infectious disease / isolation processes. Other duties assigned TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES Our clinical and nursing support roles are at the center of all we do, helping us be the world leader in advancing personalized health. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce.

Requirements

• Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: Less than 1 year
• Education: High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care based upon the nursing process in accordance with the hospitals mission & vision, as directed and observed by the RN/LPN.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communications skills, empathy, and unconditional positive regard toward all patients and co-workers.
• Compliance with organizational requirements, including policies, procedures and regulations specific to the unit.
• Flexibility in schedule in order to meet the needs of the patients, community and staff.
• Maintains annual education requirements prior to due date.
• Knowledge and implementation of standardized PPE regarding the prevention / transmission of infectious disease / isolation processes.
• Other duties 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