Care Partner - Adult Medicine Stepdown Unit FT Days 06:45 - 19:15

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking compassionate, patient-focused Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) experienced in providing hands-on care and supporting clinical procedures. This role involves assisting with patient care delivery and maintaining unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The position is full-time, day shift, with rotating 12-hour shifts (6:45 am - 7:15 pm), three days a week. VUMC emphasizes a community-driven mission to advance health and wellness through patient care, education, and research, fostering an environment where employees can thrive and contribute to something bigger than themselves.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience)
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.
All Candidates must attach an up-to-date resume to their application.
Resume must be current and include all patient care positions held (experience cannot be credited for positions not listed).
Resume must include start and end dates (month and year) for each position.
Resume must be listed in chronological order (most recent position first).
Resume must clearly outline job responsibilities and patient care skills utilized.
Resume must identify the hospital units worked on, if applicable.
Resume must include all clinical rotation information for nursing students.
Resume must be submitted in Microsoft Word or PDF format (screenshots cannot be accepted).

Nice To Haves

One year of previous experience in a hospital setting
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.