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 its Pulmonary ICU. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the Care Partner assists with patient care and maintains unit environmental standards. The role includes hands-on bedside support and assistance with clinical procedures such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, and specimen collection. The Care Partner contributes to daily patient care, safe and efficient patient flow, communication and education for patients and families, and the upkeep of unit supplies, equipment, and the care environment. The position is full-time, with three 12-hour shifts per week on a rotating schedule based on unit staffing needs; set schedules are not available. Employees, including night-shift and PRN staff, attend daytime orientation during their first week. The posting title specifies a day shift, while the schedule section describes a night shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
- In addition to the education requirement, 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 patient-care experience, month/year start and end dates for each position, reverse chronological ordering, patient-care responsibilities and skills, applicable hospital units, and clinical rotations for nursing students. Resume must be in PDF or Word format.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital experience.
- Flexible availability.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Professional, reliable, and patient-centered approach.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient care and maintain unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Assist with day-to-day delivery of patient care and bedside responsibilities, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, and specimen collection.
- Support clinical procedures and demonstrate competence with interventions such as point-of-care testing and vital signs.
- 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.
- Maintain supplies, equipment, patient rooms, and unit environmental standards to support unit operations and patient flow.
- Document patient care using clinical applications.
- Organize assigned work, anticipate basic resource needs, and prepare clear and accurate status reports on patient-care assignments.
- Follow safety and regulatory requirements, report unsafe conditions, and model CREDO behaviors.
Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Comprehensive benefits package that 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
