Care Partner - CPOD - ED Inpatient Holds FT Night Shift 18:45 - 07:15

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Care Partner assists with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This role provides hands-on care and support for clinical procedures, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside responsibilities. The Care Partner supports day-to-day care, patient flow, communication with patients and families, and unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment, and the care environment.

The position is full-time on a night shift from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM, with three 12-hour shifts per week. The schedule rotates according to unit staffing needs; set schedules are not available. All employees, including night-shift staff, must attend daytime orientation during their first week.

The role is based in C-Pod ED 20 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Applicants must upload a current resume that includes patient-care experience and employment dates, is in reverse chronological order, describes relevant responsibilities and skills, and is submitted as a PDF or Word document. Nursing students should include clinical rotations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
• Meet 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.
• Upload a current resume with all patient-care experience, start and end dates (month/year) for each position, reverse chronological ordering, and clear descriptions of patient-care responsibilities and skills.
• Submit the resume in PDF or Word format; screenshots are not accepted.
• Nursing students must include clinical rotations on their resume.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience.
• Flexible availability.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional, reliable, and patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Maintain unit environmental standards and support the setup and upkeep of patient rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist with day-to-day patient care, including bedside responsibilities and support for clinical procedures such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, and specimen collection.
• Facilitate efficient and safe patient care and flow by following work area standards.
• Serve as a liaison for communication and education regarding patient and family needs.
• Support unit operations and patient flow by maintaining supplies, equipment, and the unit environment.
• Use clinical applications to document patient care.
• Perform assigned interventions such as point-of-care testing and taking vital signs.
• Complete assigned work, organize resources, adapt to changing assignments, and report concerns or unsafe conditions appropriately.

Benefits

• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
• Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED