Care Partner - GI/Endo The Vanderbilt Clinic (PRN)

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The position supports day-to-day patient care, safe and efficient patient flow, communication and education for patients and families, and unit operations through maintenance of supplies, equipment, and environmental standards. Additional duties may be assigned. Clinical tasks may include vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, medication administration, and point-of-care testing as directed by unit standards. The role also requires organizing assigned work, anticipating basic resource needs, following established processes, and communicating clearly with colleagues and patients.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Less than one year of relevant work experience.
Ability to assist with clinical care, including vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, medication administration, and point-of-care testing as directed by unit standards.
Ability to work under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient care and maintain unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Assist with the day-to-day delivery of patient care.
Support efficient and safe patient care and flow by following work area standards.
Communicate with patients and families and help address their education needs.
Maintain supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards to support unit operations and patient flow.
Perform clinical care tasks such as vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, medication administration, and point-of-care testing as directed by unit standards.
Organize assigned work, anticipate basic resource needs, and meet deadlines.
Follow safety and regulatory requirements and report unsafe conditions.