Care Partner - TVC 2 Observation Stepdown Unit - FT Day Shift 06:45 - 19:15

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Care Partner assists with patient care and maintains unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. In this role, the Care Partner provides hands-on support for day-to-day patient care and clinical procedures, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside responsibilities. The position also supports safe, efficient patient care and patient flow, communicates patient and family needs, and helps maintain unit supplies, equipment, and the care environment.

This is a full-time day-shift position on the TVC 2 Observation Stepdown Unit, scheduled for three 12-hour shifts per week from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. Schedules rotate according to unit staffing needs; set schedules are not available. All employees, including night-shift and PRN staff, attend daytime orientation during their first week.

The role requires a current resume with complete employment dates and patient-care details. Vanderbilt Health describes the position as an opportunity to contribute to patient care at a nationally recognized medical center and offers professional growth and a supportive, inclusive workplace. The position is based at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• In addition to the high school diploma/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.
• Submit a current resume including all patient-care experience, month/year start and end dates for each position, reverse chronological order, and descriptions of patient-care responsibilities and skills.
• Include hospital units worked, if applicable, and clinical rotations for nursing students on the resume.
• Submit the resume in PDF or Word format; screenshots are not accepted.
• Demonstrate patient-centeredness, reliability, professionalism, communication, teamwork, and ability to work under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist with the day-to-day delivery of patient care, including hands-on bedside responsibilities and clinical procedures such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, and specimen collection.
• Follow work-area standards to facilitate safe, efficient patient care and patient flow.
• Serve as a liaison for communication and education regarding patient and family needs.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards to support unit operations and patient flow.
• Use clinical applications for patient documentation and perform clinical interventions such as point-of-care testing and vital signs.
• Set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Organize assigned work, anticipate basic resource needs, and provide clear and accurate status reports on patient care assignments.
• Follow safety and regulatory requirements and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
• Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
• Meaningful work impacting lives every day.
• Opportunity to work at a nationally recognized medical center.

What This Job Offers

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