Care Partner - 12C (Nights)

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. 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. The position requires three 12-hour night shifts, from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., rotating based on unit need; specific workdays and days off are not guaranteed. The role calls for novice-level clinical competencies, including practical application of interventions such as point-of-care testing and vital signs, and independent use of clinical applications for patient documentation. The Care Partner helps set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment, organizes assigned work, anticipates basic resource needs, and adapts to changes in assignments. The role also emphasizes clear communication, compassionate service, safety, accountability, effective use of resources and technology, and collaboration with colleagues.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Less than one year of experience level specified.
Demonstrate competence with clinical interventions such as point-of-care testing and vital signs in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Independently use clinical applications for patient documentation.
Demonstrate ability to set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment.
Organize assigned work, anticipate basic resource needs, and adapt to changes in assignments.
Work three 12-hour night shifts, rotating based on unit need; specific workdays and days off are not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

Assist with delivery of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Maintain unit environmental standards.
Assist with day-to-day delivery of patient care.
Support 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 unit environmental standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Use clinical applications for patient documentation.
Set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment.
Organize assigned work, anticipate basic resource needs, and prepare accurate status reports on patient care assignments.
Follow safety and regulatory requirements, check work quality, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.
Communicate and collaborate with colleagues, provide accurate information and support, and adapt to changes in plans or assignments.