Care Partner - Pulmonary Stepdown FT Day Shift 06:45 - 19:15

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Care Partner (Nursing Assistant) assists with patient care and maintains unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This role provides hands-on patient care and supports clinical procedures, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, vital signs, point-of-care testing, and other bedside responsibilities. The Care Partner also supports patient and family communication, unit operations, and safe, efficient patient flow by maintaining supplies, equipment, and patient-room standards.

The position is on the Pulmonary Medical Stepdown unit at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The schedule is a full-time day shift consisting of three 12-hour shifts per week, 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m., on a rotating schedule based on unit staffing needs. Set schedules are not available. All employees, including night-shift and PRN staff, must attend daytime orientation during their first week.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience) and one of the specified nursing-assistant or nursing-program qualifications. Candidates must upload a current resume that includes detailed patient-care experience and employment dates.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED (or equivalent experience).
• At least 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.
• Current resume that includes all patient-care experience, month/year start and end dates for each position, reverse chronological order, patient-care responsibilities and skills, hospital units if applicable, and clinical rotations for nursing students; submit as PDF or Word format.
• Ability to attend daytime orientation during the first week.
• Ability to work a rotating schedule of three 12-hour day shifts per week; set schedules are not available.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience.
• Flexible availability.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional, reliable, and patient-centered approach.

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, vital signs, and point-of-care testing.
• Maintain patient rooms, supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards.
• 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.
• Document patient care using clinical applications.
• Anticipate basic resource needs, organize assigned work, meet deadlines, and provide clear and accurate status reports on patient-care assignments.
• Report unsafe conditions and follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
• Support unit operations and perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Meaningful work that impacts lives every day.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
• Opportunity to work at a nationally recognized medical center.
• Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED