Care Partner - Transitional Care Unit FT Night Shift 18:45 - 07:15
About The Position
The Care Partner (Nursing Assistant) assists with patient care and maintains unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role provides hands-on care and supports clinical procedures such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and vital signs. The Care Partner also supports safe and efficient patient flow, communicates patient and family needs, and maintains unit supplies, equipment, and patient rooms. This is a full-time night-shift role in Vanderbilt Health’s Transitional Care Unit, scheduled for three 12-hour shifts per week from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. Schedules rotate according to unit staffing needs; set schedules are not available. Night-shift employees must attend daytime orientation during their first week. The work is performed as part of a collaborative clinical team, with patient care delivered under licensed-nurse supervision.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
- In addition to the education requirement, 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 required; or at least one year of recent experience within the last two years as a Care Partner, Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician.
- Current resume documenting patient-care experience, with month/year start and end dates for each position, reverse chronological order, responsibilities and skills, applicable hospital units, and clinical rotations for nursing students.
- Resume must be submitted in PDF or Word format; screenshots are not accepted.
- Night-shift employees must attend daytime orientation during their first week.
- Demonstrated patient-centered, professional, and reliable approach.
- Ability to communicate clearly and courteously and work with colleagues.
- Ability to perform routine patient-care interventions and use clinical applications for patient documentation.
- Ability to set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital experience.
- Flexible availability.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with day-to-day delivery of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Support clinical procedures and bedside responsibilities, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and vital signs.
- Facilitate efficient and safe patient care and flow by following work-area standards.
- Communicate and educate patients and families about their needs, serving as a liaison for that communication.
- Maintain supplies, equipment, patient rooms, and unit environmental standards.
- Document patient care using clinical applications.
- Organize assigned work, anticipate basic resource needs, meet deadlines, and prepare clear and accurate status reports on patient care assignments.
- Follow safety and regulatory requirements, report unsafe conditions, and adapt to changes in assignments and procedures.
- Additional duties may be assigned.
Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
- Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
