Care Partner - CPOD ED Inpatient Holding FT Nights 18:45 - 07:15

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. All Candidates must attach an up-to-date resume to their application. Located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center is more than a workplace—it’s a community driven by a shared mission: to advance health and wellness through world-class patient care, education, and research. Here, you’ll find: Purpose: Every role contributes to something bigger than yourself. Growth: Your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Belonging: We celebrate individuality and create an environment where everyone can thrive. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that never settles for “good enough,” Vanderbilt is the place for you. The environment in the C-POD Adult Emergency Stepdown Unit is friendly, focused on teamwork, and flexible to accommodate our patients’ needs. We care for adult patients 18 or older who are being treated for a variety of medical diagnoses. Our unit is unique because we have a blended emergency department and inpatient stepdown care delivery model. Our patient population encompasses a variety of diagnoses and levels of care. Full-Time Day Shift - 6:45 am - 7:15 pm (three 12-hour shifts/week) Full-Time Night Shift - 6:45 pm - 7:15 am (three 12-hour shifts/week) Shifts rotate throughout the week Note: Set schedules are not available. Schedules are determined by unit clinical staffing needs. All Employees (Night shift & PRN included) are required to attend hospital orientation during regular daytime hours during the first week of employment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience)
AND one of the following:
Current enrollment in a professional nursing RN program with successful completion of the first semester ( including nursing fundamentals clinical )
Graduation from a Nursing Assistant or Aide Training Program within the past year (certificate of completion required)
Minimum of one year of recent experience ( within the past two years ) as a care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician.
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level: Less than 1 year

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.
The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.