Care Partner - Transplant/Surgical Stepdown FT Days 06:45 - 19:15

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

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: Transplant/GS Cohort 20 Job Summary: 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. 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. Department/Unit Summary: The environment in the Transplant and Surgical Care Unit is fast-paced, values teamwork, and contributes to learning while building a strong foundation in nursing skills. We care for adult patients ranging in age from 18 and older who are being treated for end-stage liver disease, end-stage kidney disease, surgical weight loss, peritoneal dialysis, and transplant patients (pre-transplant, transplant, post-transplant) of the kidney, liver, or pancreas. Why Vanderbilt? VUMC Benefits start on Day One! We care for our team members with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Career Growth Ladder Opportunities Shift: Full-Time Day Shift - 6:45 am - 7:15 pm (three 12-hour shifts/week) Shifts do rotate throughout the week Note: Set schedules are not available. Schedules are determined by unit clinical staffing needs. All Employees (Night shift & PRN included) are required to attend hospital orientation during regular daytime hours during the first week of employment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience) AND one of the following:
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.

Nice To Haves

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.