Care Partner - Pulmonary ICU FT Day Shift 06:45 - 19:15
About The Position
Vanderbilt Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Care Partner (Nursing Assistant) for the Pulmonary ICU. The role assists with patient care and maintains unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Care Partners provide hands-on support and assist with clinical procedures such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside responsibilities. The position also supports patient and family communication, unit operations, supplies, equipment, and patient flow. This is a full-time role with three 12-hour shifts per week on a rotating schedule based on unit staffing needs; set schedules are not available. The posting title indicates a day shift, but the schedule section lists 6:45 PM–7:15 AM as the shift hours. All employees, including night-shift and PRN staff, must attend daytime orientation during their first week. Applicants must upload a current resume that includes patient-care experience and follows the specified formatting and content requirements. Vanderbilt Health describes its workplace as collaborative, inclusive, and supportive, with opportunities for professional growth and development. The organization’s stated mission includes advancing medicine through patient care, education, and research.
Requirements
- 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 that includes all patient-care experience, month/year start and end dates for each position, reverse chronological order, descriptions of patient-care responsibilities and skills, applicable hospital units worked, and clinical rotations for nursing students. Resume must be in PDF or Word format; screenshots are not accepted.
- Demonstrate or develop novice-level clinical competencies, patient documentation skills, environment-of-care capabilities, and planning and organizing capabilities.
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 day-to-day delivery of patient care.
- Facilitate efficient and safe patient care and patient 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.
- Provide hands-on patient care and support clinical procedures, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, and specimen collection.
- Attend daytime orientation during the first week of employment.
Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- The benefits package may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
